Adult Learning

January 28, 2020 | Sponsored

Breathing New Life Into The 70:20:10 Model With Rapid eLearning

What does rapid eLearning have to do with the 70:20:10 model? Take a closer look at how rapid eLearning helps maximize results by using microlearning and other learning formats.

by Dr. RK Prasad

August 25, 2019

How Learning Theories Affect eLearning?

Learning theories were created as a basis to explain, describe, analyze and predict how learning should take place. It is important for eLearning professionals to understand how learning takes place because they are in the business of helping people learn. This is what this article discusses.

by Debadrita Sengupta

May 24, 2019

Do Adults Learn Differently Than Students?

'Yes' and 'No'. Adult learners will surprise you with their speed of learning loss. Consider the WIIFM, relevance of the learning, and time to connect to past experiences. Include positive feedback. Training time is precious so you have to plan deliberately for it, and then you will get more out of it.

by Deanna Flanagan

April 19, 2019

Adult Learning Explained In A Simplified Manner

There are a lot of resources on adult learning principles and theories out there. This one simplifies them down to the core: adults are complicated and difficult.

by David Castaneda

March 30, 2019

When Philosophy Meets The Corporate World Of Learning Professionals

Did you know that having your own philosophy of adult learning could be of immense value to you as a corporate learning professional? Learn to articulate your own philosophical orientation by following best practices and guidelines below.

by Sunanda Pandit Muzumdar, MEd, MSt, BA

November 23, 2018 | Sponsored

Interactivity In Adult Learning: 17 Interaction Design Examples

In this article, we’ll take a look at various interaction designs you can use for every level of interactivity in order to build a productive learning experience for adult learners.

by Isha Sood

November 20, 2018

eBook Release: Adult Learning And Levels Of Interactivity In eLearning

Every eLearning professional can define adult learning. But when it comes down to designing an eLearning course for adults, you need to have the knowledge and judgment to go deeper. When you read this eBook about adult learning and how to use interactivity to boost engagement, you'll agree it’s a must-read.

by Christopher Pappas

November 18, 2018 | Sponsored

Interactivity In Adult Learning: What You Need To Know

Adults learn differently than children and teenagers. They have certain perceptions about the learning process and special needs as learners, needs that should be taken care of while designing and developing an eLearning course. In this article, we’ll explore the concept and the use of interactivity in adult learning.

by Isha Sood

November 4, 2018

5 Tips To Apply Proactive Learning In Online Training

In the workplace, quick reflexes are useful, but initiative has a bigger impact. Is there a way to implement this in your online training program? In this article, I’ll discuss how to apply proactive learning in online training.

by Christopher Pappas

August 2, 2018

Is It The Carrot Or The Stick? Motivation In Adult Learning

Motivation in learning is a key. Without all the keys, doors will remain locked but suitable motivation could be helpful in breaching this doors. That’s the reason we are bending over backwards to efficiently motivate. Though, sometimes, we forget that motivation isn’t only a carrot but also a stick.

by Piotr Maczuga

July 8, 2018

How Understanding The Adult Learning Theory Helps Us Create Better eLearning

We tend to think of adults as being able to sit and absorb boring presentation after presentation. In truth, that’s just as ineffective as it would be for a toddler. Adult learning theory is a way into the minds of adults and getting there can help you create better eLearning for your employees.

by Corey Bleich

June 11, 2018

How To Adapt Your Training To The Characteristics Of Adult Learners

Children and adults are at different development stages and have entirely unlike everyday lives and experiences. In this article, we'll teach you how you can boost your workplace training program's efficiency by understanding and catering to your adult learners' needs.

by Nikos Andriotis