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Misconceptions?

Clark Quinn

This includes learning styles, attention span of a goldfish, millennials/generations, and more (references in this PDF, if you care). The problem with the latter category is that folks will eagerly adopt, or avoid, these topics without understanding the nuances. For example, that new information will lead to behavior change.

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Misconceptions?

Upside Learning

This includes learning styles, attention span of a goldfish, millennials/generations, and more (references in this PDF, if you care). The problem with the latter category is that folks will eagerly adopt, or avoid, these topics without understanding the nuances.

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6 Best Training Evaluation Models in 2023

WhatFix

Kirkpatrick Model The Kirkpatrick Model of training evaluation is a well known L&D evaluation model fpr analyzing the effectiveness and results of employee training programs. Here’s a breakdown of each component: Context: Context refers to the organizational and environmental factors that influence training effectiveness.

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Online Video: the Perfect Social Learning Tool? | Social Learning Blog

Dashe & Thomson

What really intrigued me was the fact that your references # Attention: retention (remembering what one observed),# Reproduction (ability to reproduce the behavior and # Motivation (good reason) to want to adopt the behavior resembles the Kellers’ ARCS model of learning. Ive been looking for some ammo t. Properly d.

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The Ultimate Brain Food: Performance Support | Social Learning Blog

Dashe & Thomson

Web-based learning portals are the ultimate brain food — extending brain power by positioning learning and How-To reference material close to the job, 24/7. As instructional designers, we can help create environments that grow better Exobrains. Ive been looking for some ammo t. Jim: Glad you found the post helpful, Jeff! Properly d.

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Social Media: The Virtual “Over-The-Partition” Learning Network.

Dashe & Thomson

They might even jot down a few notes that you can reference the next time you troubleshoot that widget problem. Fortunately, most colleagues (at least the normal ones) won’t ask a series of true / false or multiple choice questions to check your understanding. Instead, they show you how to do it and then help you as you try. Properly d.

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Make Learning An Experience. Blend It! | Social Learning Blog

Dashe & Thomson

There is value in books, manuals, and written reference materials included in training activities, but don’t use words to replace examples, images, and experience. And more importantly, what’s not working? Discover the real problems and questions before you jump to the solution. Don’t Throw Out the Baby with the Books. Properly d.