Clarity Learning & Development Blog
Perspectives on the continuous evolution of workplace training, learning and leadership development.
Do We Really Have to Choose Between Instructor-Led Training and eLearning?
ELearning has truly taken the L&D industry by storm. The convenience and cost savings of scaled learning programs has been a total game changer for corporate training programs. But many still hold that the traditional instructor-led training format will always be more engaging and more impactful for students. But perhaps there is a middle ground. Here’s why.
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May 11, 2018
How Do You Decide What to Measure in Your Learning Program?
By moving your L&D to a digital program, you are making a smart move to collect valuable user data on your learners. That data, when analyzed correctly, can help you optimize learning programs, increase engagement and retention, and demonstrate measurable return on investment for your learning programs. Here are several key performance indicators that you should monitor for optimal effect.
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May 3, 2018
You Can Overcome These Obstacles to eLearning for Adults
ELearning is a format that makes sense for all age groups, particularly as more and more demographics gain access to digital content and devices. But where it really shines is in the corporate realm. Adults are capable of being great learners, but sometimes (especially for eLearning programs) obstacles may arise. Here’s a quick look at some of the most common learning barriers older learners encounter, and a few tips to help you overcome those obstacles.
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April 26, 2018
Personalization: The Next Big eLearning Trend?
Personalization has been making waves in the marketing and sales realm for many years. But it’s now also hugely influential in the world of eLearning. Any Learning and Development expert will tell you that a more personalized experience will lead to greater success rates and learning outcomes. This new trend is an important one to consider because it is exactly so powerful in generating high-quality learning experiences. Here’s what you need to know about personalization in the context of L&D.
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April 19, 2018
3 Essential L&D Pieces: Feedback, Engagement and Performance
Learning and development is a fast-changing landscape. With new learning formats and technologies constantly changing things up, three things remain constant. Here is a closer look to how feedback, engagement, and performance are likely to impact your learning and development program.
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April 12, 2018
Measurements That Matter for Performance and Talent Management
In our modern age of big data and analytics, the businesses who are able to leverage their information are the ones who are able to get ahead of the competition. In the learning and development space, and important source of data are tied directly to performance and talent management. But unless you are fully experienced in this arena, the number can be overwhelming. Here are a few key measurements to watch when evaluating performance and talent management.
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April 5, 2018
What Can the L&D Industry Learn From AI?
Artificial intelligence has taken the business world by storm, driving dramatic transformations in every industry from manufacturing to retail. The L&D industry is no different. Here are 3 ways that AI can help L&D experts accomplish bigger and better things in an age of digital transformation.
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March 29, 2018
What Does “Learner-Centric” Really Mean in 2018?
Learning and development is a very dynamic space in corporate America. But like so many other industries, there’s a lot of buzzwords that are thrown around rather carelessly at times. One of those key words in the L&D space has been around for quite some time, and that is “learner-centric”. What does this mean now, in the dynamic learning and technology space we’re working within? Here are a few thoughts that will help bring this abstract concept to life.
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March 22, 2018
Best Practices For Rolling Out Corporate Wellness Initiatives
Employee wellness is something that many employers are focusing their efforts on these days. Everyone knows that healthier employees are happier and overall more productive. But bringing wellness into your corporate culture can be a challenge. It takes strategic initiatives and thoughtful culture change to really invest in the wellness of your team. If you’re wondering how you can successfully implement a company wellness program for your employees, our recent client success story is a great example.
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March 15, 2018
Your Corporate Communication Plan Should Be Tightly Linked To Your L&D Strategy
Developing a tightly executed corporate communication plan that is part of your L&D strategy is a smart way to build consistency of mission and message across your organization. But it can be a challenge to walk the walk across all your organizational groups. The benefits of that consistency are numerous, and while it might take a little extra time to build in a larger group of stakeholders into the communication process (that would be your L&D team), the lasting impact is that of your employees being armed with the right training that will help support your overall communication strategy.
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March 15, 2018
What is the Optimal Length of a Training Course?
The length of a training course can actually have a huge impact on the success of a learning objective. If it’s too long, you can easily lose your audience. If it’s too short, you run the risk of not landing your message or even covering everything you need to teach. But the question many businesses are left asking is what is the right length for a training course?
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March 13, 2018
The Benefits Of A Learning Culture
From a business perspective, it’s critical to grow. That growth drives financial success, innovation, and helps organizations scale in ways that can deliver greater services and products to customers over time. But growth for growth’s sake is rarely a smart strategy. Growth supported by a culture of learning is what will help your company stay relevant over the years.
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March 8, 2018
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