Upside Learning

MARCH 5, 2025

This suggests that formal training alone isnt enough to drive learning effectiveness. Companies need to integrate social learning features into their eLearning platforms. Real-time learning support may be obtained through scenario-based troubleshooting tools, AI-powered chatbots, and on-demand job aids.

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The Performance Improvement Blog

JULY 5, 2012

In this post , she writes that workplace learning is: Structured learning experiences (e.g., training) and informal learning experiences (e.g., Helping workers learn continuously on the job. Peer-to-peer learning that is “ lite on content and rich in interaction”. The daily routine supports social learning.

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Wizcabin

DECEMBER 28, 2020

In our last post, I talked about the benefits attached to adopting the social learning approach in corporate learning and development. First, I mentioned that social learning helps to improve collaboration between employees. How to use social learning to improve your employee engagement.

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Performance Learning Productivity

JUNE 24, 2013

They simply remind us of the facts above – that the majority of learning and development comes through experiential and social learning in the workplace (the ‘70’ and ‘20’) rather than through formal classes and courses (the ‘10’). The numbers are not a rigid formula.

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Upside Learning

APRIL 17, 2013

One of the most evident ones is, since most of them have spent a large chunk of their working years in your company they can use their experience in getting stuff done and also in helping newer employees learn on the job better. It helps new and less experienced staff to engage and learn directly from the more experienced staff.

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TOPYX LMS

MAY 9, 2016

Informal learning is the polar opposite of formal learning. In the article What Is Informal Learning? , Jay Cross explained, “ Informal learning is the unofficial, unscheduled, impromptu way most people learn to do their jobs. Have a conversation with a coworker about how to perform a job task.

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Gyrus

AUGUST 17, 2016

​. What Makes Social Learning so Interesting? A Comprehensive Examination of Social Media in Our Learning Programs. Social learning, relied solely on what one could obtain in a classroom setting, working with direct peers, or what could be conveyed back in forth on a phone.

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eLearningArt

FEBRUARY 23, 2017

The infographic above does a nice job of summarizing the trends. Download additional analysis and all the commentary in the free 2017 eLearning Learning Trends eBook. Learn more about Joe. Mobile is the growth driver in e-learning and many of the trends will stem from it. Learn more about Aaron here.

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Jane Hart

MARCH 20, 2012

What will be required is a completely new range of services – which we might call non-training services – that are focused on supporting continuous performance improvement and learning in the workflow as people do their jobs. 4 – Performance Consulting Services.

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Learnnovators

SEPTEMBER 6, 2013

They have realized that, with the traditional approach, it is impossible to achieve a high growth or efficiency because the way people learn has undergone a disruptive transformation…from formal ‘structured’ learning’ to informal ‘social learning’. 10’ refers to ‘structured learning’. 10% from courses and reading.

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Infopro Learning

APRIL 3, 2023

With the right training delivery methods, businesses can ensure that their employees are well-equipped with the necessary knowledge and skills to perform their jobs efficiently and effectively. If learners are not engaged in the training, they are unlikely to retain and apply the information in their jobs.

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Association eLearning

JANUARY 28, 2014

I’ve been tempted to stop teaching over the years, because of increased demands from my ‘real job.’ Consider assigning an instructor to the course to answer questions and moderate discussion forums, that way, learners can reflect, share and interact with one another. Keep them engaged.

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Learning Rebels

FEBRUARY 4, 2021

The ask from people to employers is simple: Understand how we work, and how we want to work Help us do our jobs better and faster, know our daily journey, our challenges and struggles Give us up-to-date devices and reliable access to collaborate and communicate beyond email. 3] World Economic Forum Report, The Future of Jobs, 2020. [4]

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Jane Hart

AUGUST 4, 2011

My own Social Learning Community , for example, provides an opportunity for those from both workplace learning and education to ask questions about and discuss the concept of “social learning&# as well as the wider use of social media in organisations. The Smart Worker : shares what s/he learns.

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Paradiso

JANUARY 29, 2025

Collaborative learning platforms provide the tools and features needed to facilitate group activities, discussions, and projects seamlessly. Key Features of Collaborative Learning Platforms Real-Time Communication Tools: Platforms often include chat, video conferencing , and discussion forums to enable instant interaction.

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eLearningMind

APRIL 24, 2022

All of us seek some form of social interaction, and we engage with each other—with some more than others. In learning and development (L&D) , social learning goes even farther than simply connecting with other people. This article will answer your questions about social learning. What is Social Learning?

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eLearningMind

AUGUST 12, 2021

In learning and development (L&D), social learning goes even farther than simply connecting with other people. This article will answer your questions about social learning. What Is Social Learning? Social learning adds a social element to the learning process.

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ID Reflections

MARCH 11, 2014

The other way to approach MOOCs—and this is how I approach them—is as a series of connected, curated and aggregated micro-learning modules (mostly videos as of now) surrounded or supported by social and collaborative features like a forum, hangout, and meetups. I have been a lurker on the forums. Of course not!

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Learnnovators

AUGUST 15, 2014

Unfortunately the current approach in L&D is to assume things about learners (rather than to actually analyze what their jobs are like) and to deliver the “solution” as a one-time, one-size-fits-all course.” – Cathy Moore (in our interview with her). Presentations/Webinars. Would You Recommend Your L&D Department?

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Brilliant Teams

JULY 12, 2024

Upskilling and Reskilling Helps employees acquire new skills or improve existing ones to meet changing job requirements. Continuous Learning Encourages lifelong learning by providing easy access to educational resources. eLearning Content Development serves multiple purposes, catering to both corporate and educational sectors.

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Paradiso

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

Customizable Learning Paths In large organizations, employees often have varying learning needs based on their roles, experience levels, and career goals. This level of personalization enhances learning outcomes and employee satisfaction.

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Infopro Learning

APRIL 6, 2023

Assessing Training Needs According to PwC’s Global Workforce Hopes and Fears Survey 2022 report , 49% of respondents say their job requires training in some specialized skills. Microlearning or bite-sized modules can be easily consumed during work breaks or commutes, providing employees with quick and efficient access to learning content.

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Docebo

APRIL 24, 2019

Employees forget up to 50% of what they learned within an hour. One of the biggest obstacles preventing L&D effectiveness is an employee’s ability to retain knowledge that is critical to their job. In fact, making the move to digital learning is one of the first steps to take when overhauling your learning programs.

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Learnnovators

JULY 23, 2014

Learnnovators: For a long time now, you have been advocating moving ‘learning’ from hour long courses to shorter bytes of performance support solutions…from a single learning experience to experiences that are embedded more closely in the job. How encouraging is the growing acceptance of micro-learning today?

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The Learning Rooms

APRIL 11, 2025

The use of technology to support the delivery of learning and development. Discussion Forum. EdTech refers to the use of technology to facilitate and enhance learning experiences. Experiential Learning. Teaching and learning materials and additional guides and content. Social Learning. Social Media.

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Docebo

FEBRUARY 22, 2022

In fact, many organizations have failed to provide employees with a forum or community in which they can ask questions and share their expertise. For example, a Brandon Hall Group study found that 30% of all organizations don’t have forums or communities established where their learners can contribute and absorb knowledge from their peers.

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Infopro Learning

JANUARY 25, 2017

In the past, the only way to gain valuable experience was on-the-job practice. Unfortunately, this typically involved a steep learning curve and costly mistakes. Provide Social Learning Opportunities. However, online training moves all of these vital social learning activities into the virtual realm.

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Docebo

SEPTEMBER 15, 2021

People tend to use and value a product or service more if they understand how it works, and what the value is to their jobs. As users become more familiar with your product, both through training and on-the-job usage, they are more likely to become fans and, potentially, advocates for your product or service internally.

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Learnnovators

JULY 23, 2014

Learnnovators: For a long time now, you have been advocating moving ‘learning’ from hour long courses to shorter bytes of performance support solutions…from a single learning experience to experiences that are embedded more closely in the job. How encouraging is the growing acceptance of micro-learning today?

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ID Reflections

NOVEMBER 22, 2014

As people begin to access the platform, they expect to see meaningful content – these could be short capsules of learning, curated articles, links to interesting resources, discussions on the forum, blogs and micro-content from other users, and so on. cmgr community_manager future_of_work social learning'

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Jane Hart

JULY 1, 2012

How about ensuring the availability of tools like blogs, micro-blogs, wikis, discussion forums, media file creating/sharing, and profiles, and helping communities learn to use them? On-the-job learning and tapping into informal hubs of expertise in order to share experiences and highlight best practice was also popular.

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TOPYX LMS

JULY 14, 2016

In this way, micro learning is similar to video-based learning , another powerful training medium that is widely used in the workplace. Micro Learning Makes Employees Experts at Their Jobs. It’s amazing how micro learning can apply to any subject, not just those that are scholarly. Shorten learning units.

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Paradiso

OCTOBER 22, 2024

Enhance Collaboration Many HR LMS platforms offer collaborative features such as discussion forums, peer reviews, and social learning tools. An HR LMS supports upskilling and reskilling by offering personalized learning paths, interactive training modules, and access to a wide range of courses.

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Learnnovators

AUGUST 19, 2015

ABOUT SAHANA CHATTOPADHYAY (Social Learning & Collaboration Strategist, Performance Consultant Exploring Emergent Learning, Blogger). Sahana Chattopadhyay is a performance consultant and an L&D professional with 15 years of experience in the field of academia and organizational learning. THE INTERVIEW: 1.

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Docebo

MARCH 2, 2022

Next question: think for a second about how much you learned on the job. More importantly, think about how much of that on-the-job learning stuck with you and became useful throughout your day-to-day. They asked 200 successful managers how they learned. 10% – formal learning interventions and structured courses.

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Instancy

MARCH 9, 2023

Introduction Social learning has become an increasingly important aspect of modern education. It provides opportunities for learners to connect and collaborate, share knowledge, and learn from each other. In this digital age, many social learning apps are available to help learners maximize their learning experience.

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CourseArc

MAY 26, 2016

While formal training plays a tremendous role in improving learners’ competencies, most real learning occurs on the job through informal knowledge sharing, coaching, and direct observations. Thus, informal learning is now becoming an indispensable part of a blended learning solution.

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