A common misconception about training is that learners must sit down and complete large chunks of training all at once. Successful training can have many different faces, although it all depends on how well the learners retain their knowledge and if they can apply it to their daily activities. Integrating learning into day-to-day activities is one of the most beneficial ways to ensure learners stay updated on their skills. Learning should not only be completed when it’s necessary. Instead, it should incorporate learning into the daily work that employees undergo. This learning process is called microlearning, allowing learners to engage with information broken down into topical, bite-sized chunks.
Ideas of how to incorporate learning into the flow of work:
• Utilize short eLearning modules
• Introduce PDFs, eBooks, videos, and infographics
• Make use of webinars and podcasts
• Take advantage of mobile learning
In addition to microlearning, just-in-time (JIT) training acts as on-demand learning that follows microlearning and mobile learning principles.
As the name suggests, just-in-time training is usually implemented when some level of urgency is involved. For this reason, JIT training is available via mobile devices and presented in bite-sized pieces to provide quick and efficient learning on the go.
Key benefits of JIT training:
• Higher accessibility
• Increased employee efficiency
• Enhanced knowledge retention