learnWorlds

JULY 31, 2023

Group discussions and brainstorming sessions Group discussions take place either under a course discussion forum, during a live session, or on a third platform like a social media group. They also need to have quick access to a rich knowledge base. Brainstorming sessions are conducted in a similar way.

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Collaborative Learning Activities Collaboration Teams 52

KnowledgeOne

MAY 29, 2018

In this knowledge-based economy that technologically evolves every day, being able to “learn how to learn” is THE key skill of the new worker. Learning that needs to be known. This does not mean that apart from these opportunities we will not acquire any knowledge or develop any other valuable skills.

Analysis 45

Analysis Wiki Informal Learning Culture 45

Mindflash

NOVEMBER 7, 2016

On-demand learning offerings (e.g., Learning embedded in the work environment (e.g., performance support, social media, knowledge base) is expected to increase from 50.9% Allow learners to contribute content informally (via a knowledge base, Wiki, forums, chats, etc.).

Social Networks 40

Social Networks Authoring Tools Online Scanning 40

TOPYX LMS

JULY 14, 2016

Basically, any type of learning that takes place in succinct spurts and is therefore easy to digest may be considered micro learning. Micro Learning: the Key to Information Retention. Others include formal learning, long-form learning, blended learning, and online learning. (In

Micro-Learning 170

Micro-Learning Blended Learning Corporate eLearning Training 170

Mindflash

FEBRUARY 20, 2015

On-demand learning (e.g., Learning embedded in the work environment (e.g., performance support, social media, knowledge base) is expected to increase from 50.9% Allow learners to contribute content informally (via a knowledge base, Wiki, forums, chats, etc.).

Social Networks 40

Social Networks Authoring Tools Online Scanning 40

Upside Learning

APRIL 27, 2009

In his webinar titled ‘Learning isn’t what you thought it was’, Jay Cross made a strong case for informal learning. While there doesn’t seem to be any doubt about its popularity in the learning domain, the webinar set me thinking about the possible pros and cons of informal learning.

Informal Learning 203

Informal Learning Informal Camera Social Media 203

Matrix

MARCH 24, 2016

Blend the access to learning. No matter if they work in healthcare, building and construction, agriculture, roads and infrastructure, or in any knowledge-based industry, they are busy doing what they were hired to do in the first place. Learning rarely is their most important task of the day. Employees are pretty busy.

Blended Learning 40

Blended Learning Blended Business Skype 40

TOPYX LMS

JULY 14, 2016

Basically, any type of learning that takes place in succinct spurts and is therefore easy to digest may be considered micro learning. Micro Learning: the Key to Information Retention. Others include formal learning, long-form learning, blended learning, and online learning. (In

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Micro-Learning Blended Learning Corporate eLearning Training 100

LearnUpon

SEPTEMBER 14, 2016

It fuels employees to do their best and explore new ideas just for the sake of expanding their professional knowledge base. Improves knowledge retention. Curiosity is one of the main reasons why informal learning experiences are so effective. Builds lateral thinking skills.

Diversity Training 40

Diversity Training Learner Online Corporate eLearning 40

Tony Karrer

APRIL 15, 2009

eLearning Technology Tony Karrers eLearning Blog on e-Learning Trends eLearning 2.0 Maybe for process-driven, relatively formal orgs this is true, but for virtually every knowledge-based role or organization, the sharing, collaborating, creating *is* the work. eLearning Solutions Enterprise 2.0

Blended Learning 105

Blended Learning Social Learning Social Technology 105

Living in Learning

AUGUST 14, 2009

In the first hour-long segment, an Industry Perspectives panelist, Josh Bersin made an observation that validated one significant trend in particular – the rapid increase in the use of informal learning. It is important to include many venues beyond “job aids” and object-oriented solutions as informal.

Instructional Design 170

Instructional Design ADDIE Blended Learning Design 170

Jay Cross

FEBRUARY 17, 2013

Newcomers learn the ropes from working alongside veterans. Respected senior chefs add to the knowledge base; that fuels the evolution of the chef community. The 70:20:10 Forum will soon be out of stealth mode. I’ll leave a notice here when the Forum debuts. You can reach me at 1.510.528.3105.

Diversity Training 51

Diversity Training Social Networks Communities of Practice Forum 51

Jay Cross

MARCH 14, 2010

Here are some things one might add to any training director’s job description: • Supporting the informal learning process. Creating useful, peer-rated FAQs and knowledge bases. Supplementing self-directed learning with mentors and experts. Helping workers learn how to improve their learning skills.

Business 52

Business Metrics Director Knowledge Worker 52

Xyleme

JANUARY 20, 2010

Moreover, it’s crucial that we focus on ways for UGC to make its way into formal content development processes and leverage this rich source of information to create better learning products, drive new instructional design models, and most importantly, increase the richness and instructional value of learning content.

Xyleme 71

Xyleme Blended Learning Content Jive Software 71

Jay Cross

APRIL 16, 2013

The start-up stiffed me but the paper morphed into the Informal Learning book. I’ll be leading a series of master classes on informal learning and working smarter in Europe. Informal Learning – the other 80%. Because organizations are oblivious to informal learning, they fail to invest in it.

Informal Learning 98

Informal Learning Informal Blended Learning Authoring Tools 98

Learnnovators

JULY 29, 2015

Foster Meta-Learning Skills – It is evident from the HBR article that individuals who wish to grow and add value to themselves and to their work need to develop a different set of skills from what worked in the past. The future will be driven by learning agility, effectiveness, and process innovation.

Diversity Training 133

Diversity Training Blended Learning PKM Community 133