The Missing Ingredient in Most Learning Programs
Mimic reality and master the challenge-
If I told you I was training for a triathlon, what would you think I was doing?
Would you think I was:
Watching someone talk through a PowerPoint presentation about the three disciplines?
Clicking through eLearning modules about swimming?
Doing icebreaker activities with other aspiring triathletes?
Or would you be picturing me systematically developing skills through structured practice and feedback from experts?
There’s nothing wrong with the word “training”. What’s wrong is how we misuse that word in many contexts, especially in Learning and Development (L&D).
In the business world, “training” typically brings to mind classroom lectures, online modules, and theoretical discussions. While useful, these methods often fail to prepare individuals for real-world challenges. This is where the principle of “directness” comes into play.
Over the past six years, I’ve explored neuroscience and cognitive psychology to help people learn more effectively. In my TEDx talk, I discussed how applying learning science can transform education.
