Categories for Rapid Learning Insights
February 23, 2017 9:08 am
Published by Stephen J. Meyer
In recent years, a lot of hand-wringing has been devoted to accommodating the millennial workforce. While it’s dangerous to paint any large group of individuals with the same brush, but one thing appears certain: Millennials learn differently.
February 2, 2017 9:00 am
Published by Stephen J. Meyer
The road to mastery is never a straight line. It’s natural when learners struggle. Fortunately, researchers have recently discovered an incredibly simple technique that will increase struggling learners’ motivation and improve performance.
January 11, 2017 9:00 am
Published by Stephen J. Meyer
When employees informally share knowledge, work performance and engagement increase. And recent research has uncovered a surprisingly powerful way to encourage informal learning: fun.
December 12, 2016 12:30 pm
Published by Stephen J. Meyer
Can you increase the chances learners will utilize their new skills when the pressure is on? According to recent research, the answer is yes. In fact, the way you structure your training could even make your learners stress-proof.
November 9, 2016 9:00 am
Published by Stephen J. Meyer
Effective feedback is crucial to the learning process. But how do you make sure your feedback is heard? And more importantly, how do you ensure that it motivates learners to change their behavior?
October 26, 2016 9:00 am
Published by Stephen J. Meyer
Neuroscientists from the University of Texas recently identified exactly what happens in the brain when we have a memorable experience — and how it relates to learning and long-term memory.
October 12, 2016 8:00 am
Published by Stephen J. Meyer
World-class athletes can make it look easy. But the truth is, it’s not. It requires practice. It requires learning from mistakes. And it requires training. In effect, great athletes aren’t just superior performers – they’re dedicated learners.
September 20, 2016 8:00 am
Published by Stephen J. Meyer
Learning often happens in groups. And multiple studies have shown that group learning has significant benefits. But it can also have a downside.
September 7, 2016 8:00 am
Published by Stephen J. Meyer
Is tech-based learning a one-size-fits-all solution, or are there instances where your trainees could benefit from some low-tech learning? Researchers recently conducted a series of experiments to shed some light on this very question.
August 24, 2016 9:00 am
Published by Stephen J. Meyer
It’s clear that motivated learners benefit more from training. But not every learner will enter a training experience with the same level of motivation. So, is there a way for learning professionals to increase motivation across the board? Recent research suggests there is. And it’s surprisingly simple.
