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Situated Cognition In eLearning: What eLearning Professionals Should Know

TalentLMS

The Situation Cognition Theory was first introduced by Brown, Collins, and Duguid in 1989, who suggest that learners should be immersed in eLearning activities and content that mimics real world situations. Cognitive Apprenticeships and communities of practice also go hand-in-hand with situated cognition.

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Class is over; now what? Informal learning in the workplace

Obsidian Learning

This is learning that takes place outside of the classroom or the eLearning activity. Encourage employees (both new and veteran) to identify possible communities of practice or mentoring programs. When you’re designing learning, don’t overlook the importance of informal learning.