Learning Trends for 2024 — Learning in the Flow of Work
Embracing Seamless Integration
Last week, on LinkedIn, I introduced what I forecast as the top 10 learning trends for 2024. Among these, ‘Learning in the Flow of Work’ stands out as a transformative approach reshaping how we view professional development. Let’s go deeper into this topic!
As 2024 unfolds, what I believe will be one of the most prominent trends shaping the educational terrain is ‘Learning in the Flow of Work.’ This concept enhances our approach to professional development, moving away from traditional, interruptive learning methods where people feel obligated to sit through something tedious.
The luxury of stepping aside from work for prolonged training sessions is becoming increasingly untenable with reductions in the workforce plus the hybrid workplaces that were introduced post-Covid. The idea here is simple yet transformative — integrate learning opportunities within the daily workflow, allowing professionals to absorb and apply new knowledge in real-time, right at the point of need.
The Limitations of Conventional Learning Approaches
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