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eLearning as Part of an Informal Learning Strategy

Integrated Learnings

Do you have a similar story of unstructured, experiential, informal learning? Jay Cross, known for his informal learning research, tells us that approximately 80% of workplace learning occurs informally. In contrast, only 20% of organizations’ learning budgets go toward enhancing informal learning.

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The key to informal learning is autonomy

Jane Hart

Jay Cross, the author of the 2007 seminal book, Informal Learning, Rediscovering the Natural Pathways that Inspire Innovation and Performance , recently wrote a blog post in which he explained that although there has been a lot of talk about “informal learning” in the last five years, there has been very little action.

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Informal Learning and the Pivot Point

The Performance Improvement Blog

As David Grebow explained in his post about The Learning Curve and The Pivot Point , unless formal training (courses, workshops, seminars, webinars, etc.)

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Why should you pay more attention to the on-boarding of your new hires?

QuoDeck

Employees tend to stay for a longer period if more attention is given to the onboarding process. Here are some reasons why you should pay more attention to this process. And thus, a lot of attention needs to be paid on the process. The onboarding process should start as soon as the employees are offered a new role.

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Guest post: Informal Learning and the Pivot Point

Torrance Learning

As David Grebow explained in his post about The Learning Curve and The Pivot Point , unless formal training (courses, workshops, seminars, webinars, etc.)

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Attention eLearning Enthusiasts of Chicago – You Won’t Want to Miss This Event

Docebo

The spotlight of the session will be discussing formal and informal learning and user adoption in LMS projects. The post Attention eLearning Enthusiasts of Chicago – You Won’t Want to Miss This Event appeared first on Docebo. Well, we’ve got you covered. Where: The Hyatt Regency McCormick Place 2233 S.

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Social Learning Has Its Place…And Informal Learning Does Too.

Dashe & Thomson

Jane is describing informal learning, a term most often used by Jay Cross to describe the many forms of learning that take place independently from forced or “pushed” training programs. Informal learning includes certain social learning tools like wikis, communities of practice, expert directories, etc.,

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