E-Learning Provocateur

MAY 3, 2011

Recently Anne Marie blogged Location and Learning (which I have reproduced here) and she asked me whether or not I consider her central idea an example of an Informal Learning Environment (ILE). I certainly support the idea of staff profiles. They require support resources such as timetables, agendas and follow-ups.

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Dashe & Thomson

JANUARY 25, 2011

I realized it wasn’t all about me and my understanding of the information, it was about leading my learners to a new understanding within themselves. My job was not to tell; my job was stimulate thinking, encourage exploration, make associations, and help guide my learners. Introduce your information slowly.

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Adobe Captivate

MARCH 14, 2018

Informal learning is integral to the way we learn, but organizations have several associated concerns about its value and impact. In this article, I address them and—through 6 informal learning examples— I also show you how you can use informal learning effectively.

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WBT Systems

FEBRUARY 13, 2018

How Does a Culture of Learning Help an Association? The numbers are in favor of organizations with a strong learning culture, according to HR research firm Bersin by Deloitte : 37 percent greater employee productivity. Employees want to work where education is supported. Culture change has to be supported at the top.

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ID Reflections

JANUARY 9, 2010

I am re-reading Informal Learning by Jay Cross and was going through the resource links he has provided. Apart from the book, which is a must read for anyone interested in the field of learning, the resource links are gold mines of knowledge, information and insights. Tags: Learning Resources.

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CLO Magazine

OCTOBER 10, 2013

Learning management systems and learning content management systems are the centerpiece for many learning departments, but most organizations are unaware that these systems have capabilities to support informal learning. What follows are 12 ways to engage a workforce in informal learning tactics.

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Adobe Captivate

MARCH 23, 2018

6 Examples On How You Can Promote Informal Learning In The Workplace. Informal learning is impromptu, spontaneous, or learning “on the fly” When we are young, this is the first way we learn; and we continue to use informal learning fairly regularly in the workplace too.

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Zephyr Learning

JUNE 25, 2013

Marc Prinsky will tell you that elearning engagement is about having learning fun and he is right to a certain extent, but engagement is really about creating the desire for the person to learn, achieve and perform. Any type of learning must engage for it to succeed. Knowledge retention is critical to our performance.

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CLO Magazine

JANUARY 29, 2014

Key performance indicators for social and informal learning identify knowledge hubs and lead to better results. Just as social learning and technology have modernized the way learning occurs in companies today, they also have made a mark on the key performance indicators learning leaders should capture and measure.

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Performance Learning Productivity

NOVEMBER 17, 2014

If people learn as part of the workflow then this learning is more likely to impact performance in a positive way. The same study found employees with high exposure to on-the-job learning activities were 262% more engaged than those who had no exposure to on-the-job learning.

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KnowledgeCity

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

L&D includes formal and informal learning and continues throughout an employee’s career. Formal learning includes professional training classes or videos, traditional classroom courses, or enrollment in a certificate or degree program. Acknowledging and supporting informal learning reinforces its value to employees.

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E-Learning Provocateur

JUNE 3, 2012

The “Next” button doesn’t have many friends in the e-learning community. The humble yet shiny arrow is associated with boring page turners. Let me explain by rewinding a little… In my previous post Informal first , I articulated a mindset that prioritises informal learning over formal training.

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CLO Magazine

AUGUST 26, 2020

Trend 1: Move from formal learning to informal learning. Formal learning is often categorized as a planned, direct, non-contextual and formulated activity happening off-the-work in a classroom or regulated environment. Many L&D departments are moving their focus away from formal learning.

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Dashe & Thomson

NOVEMBER 24, 2010

Through an interview with John Congemi, senior manager of retail learning and development, we learn that all training initiatives at Best Buy now center on the three pillars of ROLE: freedom, co-creation and a robust library of learning content. Going forward, our retail associates can learn where, when and how they choose.”

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Dashe & Thomson

NOVEMBER 24, 2010

Through an interview with John Congemi, senior manager of retail learning and development, we learn that all training initiatives at Best Buy now center on the three pillars of ROLE: freedom, co-creation and a robust library of learning content. Going forward, our retail associates can learn where, when and how they choose.”

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Adobe Captivate

MARCH 12, 2018

What Are The Process Steps Associated With Content Curation? How Can Content Curation Enhance Your Existing Learning Strategy? The typical learning strategy factors for formal and informal learning. Content Curation provides an option to support both formal training and more significantly the Performance Support.

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Learnnovators

MARCH 22, 2015

. “ Learning would be exceedingly laborious, not to mention hazardous, if people had to rely solely on the effects of their own actions to inform them what to do. ” – Albert Bandura (Originator of Social Learning Theory). “ The research isn’t heartening. Power to the Learners : An interesting read!

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E-Learning Provocateur

JUNE 3, 2012

The “Next” button doesn’t have many friends in the e-learning community. The humble yet shiny arrow is associated with boring page turners. Let me explain by rewinding a little… In my previous post Informal first , I articulated a mindset that prioritises informal learning over formal training.

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Clark Quinn

JANUARY 22, 2013

I decided to take this on, thinking about an org that was already in operation, with it’s goals, processes, and practices, and what I might do if I were to come in and get it going (with the support of the executive team to do what I thought was right). Again, with a performance strategy focus. This is related to the first point.

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Tony Karrer

JULY 15, 2009

Learning – Responsible for ensuring learning objectives are achieved regardless of the delivery mode. Performance – Responsible for ensuring that behavior change occurs in a way that improves performance. Know the "Right Answer" Let's say that we are interviewing a potential new learning professional.

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CLO Magazine

JANUARY 4, 2017

But a study published in the 2017 issue of Journal of Vocational Behavior suggests adding some fun to the workplace could have an impact on informal learning. Researchers found a relationship between fun and informal learning. The relationship isn’t as clean-cut as fun itself improving learning retention, for example. “You

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Adobe Captivate

FEBRUARY 8, 2018

What is interesting to note is the significant position it is gaining as an effective tool for both formal and informal learning. It is also being used to support Instructor Lead Training (ILT) or Virtual Instructor Lead Training (VILT). Are there any challenges associated with Video based learning? Background.

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Docebo

FEBRUARY 28, 2022

What is blended learning? How is blended learning used in hand with technology? Benefits of blended learning. Three ways to use blended learning to boost employee performance. What is blended learning? You’re probably already using blended learning, whether you know it or not. How, you ask?

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Paradiso Solutions

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

This method not only enhances skills but also strengthens team bonds, encourages communication, and promotes a more inclusive and supportive workplace. Implementing peer to peer learning in your company can revolutionize the way knowledge is shared and absorbed, leading to a more skilled, engaged, and interconnected team.

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Allison Rossett

FEBRUARY 5, 2015

But he wants instructional design to inspire fresher, speedier decisions and services, not the burdensome requirements and hurdles often associated with ID. The best learning units are quietly influential. No squeaky learning organization there. How might we be more influential? Establish relationships and trust.

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Kitaboo

OCTOBER 18, 2023

It emphasizes student-centered approaches, allowing educators to adapt their teaching strategies to their students’ diverse learning styles, abilities, and interests. A classroom that embraces inclusivity and empowers every student to thrive and perform well. The result?

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E-Learning Provocateur

OCTOBER 25, 2011

Leadership is a driver of culture, which in turn is a driver of engagement, which in turn is a driver of performance. While I support the philosophy of leadership development, however, I have doubts over some of the interventions that are deployed under that banner.

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Docebo

MAY 21, 2020

Blended learning supplements traditional modes of learning by taking what has always worked and uses technology to make the delivery better than ever (can you say: ooooh, ahhhh). What is Blended Learning? How is Blended Learning Used in Hand with Technology? Benefits of blended learning. What is Blended Learning?

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Kitaboo

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Digital Learning Platforms Learning Management Systems (LMS) and online platforms host educational content that can assist students in engaging with a diverse range of materials. These platforms support live discussions, Q&A sessions, and collaborative projects.

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Watershed

JULY 17, 2018

Many learning programs—such as widespread, formal programs with associated budgets—should be easy to identify. onboarding and compliance programs), or they may be one-time initiatives to support a new software rollout or company reorganization. Other learning programs are more subtle. Informal Learning.

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Adobe Captivate

MARCH 7, 2018

As suggested by Keri Bennington of UNC Kenan-Flager Business School in a report, “ROI measures should be related to performance after the L&D experience and, according to some, tied to a dollar figure. The infrastructure and associated support costs. Level 3: Application (Performance Gain Or Behavioral changes).

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Clark Quinn

DECEMBER 12, 2010

Given that our performers are increasingly mobile, it makes sense to deliver the capabilities where needed, not just at their desk. Even without that, however, there are big offerings on the table for informal learning, via access to resources and networks. Social Formal Learning. The first is the processing.

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Learnnovators

MARCH 21, 2015

Learning would be exceedingly laborious, not to mention hazardous, if people had to rely solely on the effects of their own actions to inform them what to do. This article discusses why LinkedIn is in a better position to invoke interest among enterprises. Power to the Learners : An interesting read!

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WalkMe Training Station

AUGUST 23, 2018

Examples include classroom instruction, e-learning courses, conferences, etc. The forgetting curve is most closely associated with formal learning techniques. Informal learning. Informal learning is where the learner defines their own objectives. Immersive learning. Multimodal learning.

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Adobe Captivate

APRIL 2, 2018

Then I showcase how you can use Interactive Videos effectively in eLearning (both for formal and informal learning). This is not all, I also provide pointers on how you can further enhance the impact of Interactive Video-based learning. Offer them as a learning path. This is limited by your imagination.

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Living in Learning

AUGUST 23, 2009

Within those five moments, we traditionally spend our time and energy in the first two moments – the domain of formal learning – the smallest slice of the learning pie. Our greatest opportunity awaits our design, development, and delivery support in the last three moments of need. Learning Space Discovery. Piece o’ cake!

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Watershed

APRIL 23, 2020

To increase Caterpillar dealerships’ workforce leadership, sales, and product support-related competencies, our Global Dealer Learning (GDL) team created a competency model for each program. skills and knowledge) and learning activities (e.g. formal and informal learning). provides a link between competency (e.g.

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