People have an inherent desire to learn, but how we learn best is still up for debate. In this series, we explore trends related to blended learning and what they mean in practice.
What's Blended Learning?
Generally speaking, we learn through a variety of means and methods. And while these methods can be effective tools, only a small portion of learning occurs within the context of formal training—which is where many learning and development teams focus most of their energy.
And blended learning—also known as hybrid learning—combines formal training with informal learning experiences. In other words, blended learning refers to all the ways and places learning might occur.
A Changing Perspective
We are starting to see a change in how people view training methods. The growing popularity of the 70:20:10 model, for example, is helping learning and development leaders focus on informal and social learning activities.
This trend has generally been positive and spurred the development of interesting products, projects, and technologies around this way of thinking.
Key Takeaways
In this series, we explain how you can track and report on blended learning and how you can support and encourage these experiences within your organization’s workforce to produce informal training that is more effective.
We will focus on the following topics while discussing each one's relevance, exploring practical implications, and providing helpful tips on how you can track and measure learning with xAPI and other methods.
- The 70:20:10 Rule for Learning & Development
- What's Microlearning?
- A Guide to Content Curation & Blended Learning
- Data Capture Strategies
- 4 Steps to Prioritize and Track Blended Learning Experiences
- Capturing Social Learning
- Supporting Informal Learning
- Supporting Work-Based Learning
- Supporting Self-Directed Learning
- Challenging Negative Learning
- How to Track Data in VR Training
[Editor's Note: This blog post was originally posted on November 17, 2016, and has been updated for comprehensiveness.]
About the author
As a co-author of xAPI, Andrew has been instrumental in revolutionizing the way we approach data-driven learning design. With his extensive background in instructional design and development, he’s an expert in crafting engaging learning experiences and a master at building robust learning platforms in both corporate and academic environments. Andrew’s journey began with a simple belief: learning should be meaningful, measurable, and, most importantly, enjoyable. This belief has led him to work with some of the industry’s most innovative organizations and thought leaders, helping them unlock the true potential of their learning strategies. Andrew has also shared his insights at conferences and workshops across the globe, empowering others to harness the power of data in their own learning initiatives.
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