adult learners

6 Hurdles That Hinder Online Training Knowledge Transfer

Posted on by Steve Lowenthal
Online training is not only more convenient and cost-effective, it also helps employees absorb and retain information. However, there are still obstacles that organizations must consider. In this article, I'll discuss 6 hurdles that hinder online training knowledge transfer and tips to overcome them. This post was first published on eLearning Industry.

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

Posted on by Piotr Maczuga
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. This post was first published on eLearning Industry.

How Understanding The Adult Learning Theory Helps Us Create Better eLearning

Posted on by Corey Bleich
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. This post was first published on eLearning Industry.

How To Adapt Your Training To The Characteristics Of Adult Learners

Posted on by Nikos Andriotis
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. This post was first published on eLearning Industry.

Ways To Apply The Pareto Principle To Learning

Posted on by Lubos Janoska
How can you apply the Pareto principle to learning? Ask any teacher, and they will tell you that they dedicate 80% of their time to 20% of the students. But there is more to this than just the time spent. When designing adult learning programs, there are rules you may want to keep in mind. This post was first published on eLearning Industry.

The Implications Of 3 Adult Learning Theories On Instructional Design

Posted on by megan weber
Are you new to the field of Instructional Design? Do you want to expand your knowledge of adult learning theories and practice of design? This article takes an in-depth look at 3 adult learning theories and the implications of those theories on Instructional Design. This post was first published on eLearning Industry.

5 Key Elements Every eLearning Course Targeting Adult Learners Should Have

Posted on by Steve Lowenthal

Do adults learn in the same way as their younger counterparts? Or do they need their own special approach to absorb the information? In this article, I'll share 5 key elements that every eLearning course targeting adult learners should have.

This post was first published on eLearning Industry.