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Active and Passive Learning in Organizations

The Performance Improvement Blog

Many of the typical methods of learning in the workplace make the learner a passive recipient of knowledge and skills. The method might be entertaining, interactive, and of their own choosing, but fundamentally these methods are passive for the learner. Self-directed study of external courses (of their own choice).

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10 Benefits of Active Learning

Ed App

Active learning, at its core, allows learners to do more than just sit and listen. It requires them to participate, engage, and collaborate in class to drive deeper learning outcomes. Here, we’ll dive into the several benefits of active learning that make it one of the most preferred learning methods of today.

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Industry Report: Too Much Training; Not Enough Learning

The Performance Improvement Blog

Training magazine has published its 34 th annual Industry Report that is based on a survey of its database of organizations with 100 or more employees, asking them questions about training expenditures and activities. Instructor-led classroom only” is still reported to be the primary method of employee learning and development.

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50 Ways to Lever Learning

The Performance Improvement Blog

In a learning culture , formal training is just one of many methods used to facilitate employee learning. This is a list of 50 of those methods. Performance measurement – learning from measures of performance such as sales figures, production numbers, and customer service feedback.

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Year in Review - 2016

The Performance Improvement Blog

Improving employee learning and performance in organizations today means systems change. I wish it were otherwise, but learning is not just a classroom activity anymore, it must be a total system activity that takes into account strategic goals of the organization, the culture of the organization (values, beliefs, artifacts, structure, etc.),

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Improve The Effectiveness Of Corporate IT Training with Learning Analytics

IT Training Department Blog

By harnessing the power of data, organizations can better assess how their employees engage with training materials, identify knowledge gaps, and tailor the learning experience to the individual. Corporate learning analytics takes traditional training evaluation methods to new heights, offering a holistic view of the learning journey.

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If You're Not Learning.

The Performance Improvement Blog

I have been dealing with a health challenge that diverted my attention from professional activities. Now I'm back and hope I will be able to continue writing about learning and management.] . Dan Pontefract, in a blog post for Forbes , suggests ways in which people can find the time they need for learning.