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Too Much Information or a Skills Gap

Tony Karrer

Too Much Information) (found via Stephen Downes ). Information Overload and Learning.” Jonah Lehrer suggests the danger of too much information is β€œit can actually interfere with understanding.” We knew how to use the card catalog, journal indices, microfiche readers. This is similar to the list of Web 2.0

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Social Learning Experiences: Making Better Connections

Talented Learning

On the other hand, too many options can paralyze participants with information overload. For example, you could encourage participants to create “work out loud” journal entries, checklists or other related resources. What does it take to develop work skills in today’s fluid, fast-paced business environment?