corporate e-learning for millennials : facts vs hype
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Corporate E-Learning for Millennials:Fact Vs Hype
A Webinar byAswani K. Kota
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A brief introduction
+XLPro Training Solutions Pvt. Ltd. Founded in 2005 as “Cynosure Consulting”
Became “XLPro Training Solutions Pvt. Ltd.” in 2011
Core Competency: Corporate E-Learning
Based at Mumbai & Bengaluru (India)
Delivering E-Learning solutions to clients globally
+Our Capabilities
End-to-end “Turnkey Solutions” in E-Learning Gamified E-Learning Solutions E-Learning Games & Assessments M-Learning Solutions Interactive Animations Wide array of e-learning courses developed
for every context
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Corporate E-Learning for Millennials:Fact Vs Hype
+The FACT is…. There are no facts in this context; only
opinions based on Surveys Research Experience etc.
Hype: An opinion on” steroids” (aka buzz) which starts looking like a fact till… The bubble bursts The wind is out of the sails A more interesting hype is born etc.
+Who are “Millennials”?
A person reaching young adulthood in the early 21st century.
-Google Authors Neil Strauss and William Howe are
credited with coining the word “Millennials” in 1987
+Who are “Millennials”? (contd.)
Ideally born between 1981 and 2000 This is the latest “generation” of human
beings in the corporate workforce So what is “so special” about Millennials?
To learn this, let’s begin by understanding “generations” as the next one is just around the corner!
+What is a generation?
Persons born during a roughly two-decade period
Usually identifiable by: Pattern in parenting styles Reactions to earlier generations still present Major social events during a specific period
+Recent generations Baby boomers :
1946 to 1964 High work ethics and respectful
Gen X : 1965 to1980 Tech- curious, Moderate work ethics
Millennials: 1981 to 2000 High on technology, music, pop culture
+Common habits of millennials
Live, eat, sleep with the a cell phone Live on social sites Everything needs to be quick and now Most habits of millennials are common youth
habits- turbocharged with technology.
+Commonly observed learning traits of Millennials High dependence on technology as they are
digital natives Seek clarity on what to learn and why : Born
in world of free communication driven by technology
Have clear opinions and take stands Highly collaborative – Community/Fraternity
oriented
+Commonly observed learning traits of Millennials (contd.) Expect immediate feedback – for every action
(remember facebook likes?) Not accustomed to negative feedback “Obviously” short attention span –The human
race has not mutated! Wired 24/7
+Time for a quick knock!
Are you as digital as a millennial? 2 points for each correct answer
+Here we go! Do you use email – for actual communication (beyond mandated memos)? Have you contributed to online discussions? Do you have a blog and follow blogs on certain
topics passionately by posting comments (of value)?
Do you look at YouTube, Linked IN or similar sites for information?
Have you visited second life or a similar world?
+What does your score say?
8 to 10 Digital Native : Cool! 5 -7 Digital Immigrant : Keep going- you will
fit in <5 : Are you on Mars?You have to be personally grooved into technology based communication and learning before you start designing or rolling out e-learning interventions.
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The GAP in Corporate E-Learning
+Do any of these sentences sound familiar? They don’t complete the e-learning courses They keep complaining that the courses are
boring I want to gamify our e-learning modules I want to make whatsapp videos of this
module Make the module to be lot of fun Keep the module short…not more than fifteen
minutes.
+The GAP “Digital Immigrants” creating E-Learning
interventions for” Digital Natives” Pedagogical shift: Corporate training to E-
learning Many companies are not yet technology
friendly Corporate trainers creating “e-learning
modules” with limited Experience of using learning technologies
and understanding of Millennial learning styles
Leading to “quick catchups” through latest fads
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Beware: Monkey sees; monkey does
syndrome
+Rules for designing e-learning for Millennials Plan the “learning experience” for high
engagement in learning and application. Think radial- Not just linear modules Strategically involve multiple touch points Plan to capture analytics in real time and have
corresponding feedback and course correction mechanism
+Rules for designing e-learning for Millennials Induce small group collaboration and wide
audience communication Keep the devises in mind while planning Most importantly: Think like a millennial (as
far as possible)
+Popular E-Learning modes today Asynchronous
SCORM modules on LMS Online Videos Games & Simulations PDF/PPT etc. Discussion forums
Synchronous Live Online sessions Video conferencing Live chats
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Fact or Hype?
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I. Gamification
+What is Gamification?
The use of game mechanics and game design in non-game constructs.
-Wikipedia
+Advantages of proper gamificationWhat you enjoy doing; you learn faster
and better“Peer” work
Collaboration Competition
“Hands-On”Better retention and applicationMotivation and sense of achievement
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II.Microlearning:
Games and Animation
+Microlearning
Microlearning deals with relatively small learning units and short-term learning activities.AnimationsGames
+Advantages of Microlearning
Easier retention and faster recallConsistency of engagement : spread over
timeBetter data for analysis and “live” course
correctionEffective use of mobile devises- “anytime
anywhere”
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III.Personalized Learning
+Personalization of E-LearningMy DeviseMy Time (and duration)My Place & My PaceMy “Learning Capability”
Courses with built-in mechanisms for SuperstarsAverage LearnersLaggards
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IV.Social Learning
+Make it social Popular social options
Blogs Whatsapp groups Discussion forums LinkedIn groups Facebook Google Hangouts
+ Advantage - Social“Social” ensures voluntary
collaborative learning through experiences and opinion sharing
Helps in keeping the context practical and live-beyond the “module”
Caution: Don’t forget to moderate it!
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V.MOOCs
+Resources @ MOOCs
Live online sessions Traditional course materials Filmed lectures Readings, and problem sets (Exercises)Interactive user forums to support community interactions among students and teachers.
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Thank You.