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Formal Learning vs. Informal Learning

Learningtogo

In this post, we’ll distinguish between informal and formal learning and explore ways to identify and encourage informal learning within your organization. What is informal learning? Cross defined informal learning as “personal, social […] unofficial, unscheduled, [and] impromptu.”

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Five Tips for Effective Employee Onboarding

KnowledgeOne

If you have processes or documentation that the new hire needs to go through, transfer them to an engaging online training program and focus the rest of your time on adding a personal flavour to each onboarding process. The brain thrives on structure and patterns, making a phased approach to learning and integration more effective.

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A quick guide to knowledge sharing (L&D)

Learning Pool

Studies suggest that as little as 10% of what we learn comes from formal training programs. The rest comes from learning on the job – learning by doing – and informal learning, from our peers. Recognize informal learning: Make informal learning an explicit part of your training policy.

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How (and Why) You Should Promote Informal Learning with Trainees (and the Boss)

Mindflash

Do they learn more about their job from formal training (classroom, online, etc.) or do they learn more informally (from peers, managers, etc.)? You should find out, and here’s why: Informal learning accounts for over 75% of the learning taking place in organizations today. Reality Check.

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How Experience API (xAPI) - Tin Can API Tracks Informal Learning

Designing Digitally

Description: Experience API (xAPI), also referred to as the Tin Can API, advances the learning context commonly restricted in standard environments and allows for tracking informal learning events. First, the learner records the activity by sending a “statement” to the learning record store.

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Building a Stronger Team: Collaborative Learning Activities & Strategies

learnWorlds

Let’s see what you can achieve by adding a few collaborative activities to your course curriculum: Increase employee engagement We all know from personal experience that passive learning not only barely works, but is also incredibly boring! Coaching & mentoring programs Coaching & mentoring are two similar forms of peer learning.

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Reimagining Learning

Clark Quinn

A group project could provide a documented solution, or a concept-expression video or performance. The assessment could be self, peer, or mentor. The learner is driven to content resources (audios, videos, documents, etc) by meaningful activity. An interesting aside, for me, is that this does segue to informal learning.

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