Self-directed learning is an instructional approach in which individuals take the initiative to assess their learning needs, set goals, identify resources, and evaluate outcomes. It shifts the responsibility for learning from external trainers to the individual, enabling personalized and flexible skill acquisition. Learners who participate in self-directed learning become increasingly... more
The Great Resignation has ended, taking with it a series of concerns about employee retention and finding hires with the right skills. However, this does not mean that Learning and Development (L&D) professionals — who were tapped by leadership to solve many of the problems associated with the Big Quit... more
As we approach 2025, the landscape of instructional design and eLearning continues to evolve at a rapid pace. To help you stay ahead of the curve, Litmos has compiled this comprehensive glossary of instructional design terms. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or just starting out in the Learning & Development... more
Mental models are invaluable tools for helping learners make sense of complex information, solve problems effectively, and retain knowledge over time. Mental models are simplified representations of the world that people use to interpret data, make decisions, and guide behavior. For L&D professionals, understanding how to design for mental model... more
Focusing on in-person or piecemeal employee training can be a barrier to productivity and engagement in a remote work environment. Learning in the flow of work (LIFOW) is an increasingly common training concept that integrates training seamlessly into employees’ daily tasks. In this article, we’ll discuss how LIFOW can benefit... more
When we think about work benefits, we tend to think of the essentials, like health insurance and retirement plans. We might even think of perks like unlimited paid time off (PTO), flexible work hours, free lunch, or gym memberships. But what about benefits of employee training and development? A recent... more
In today’s fast-paced business environment, L&D professionals are tasked with meeting the growing needs of a diverse and dynamic workforce. With more organizations turning to eLearning and self-directed training, it is important to ensure that learners are presented with messaging that supports their learning experience. Message design directly impacts how... more
The primary goal for every L&D professional is to design a learning experience that facilitates learning and improves performance. Learners are typically more engaged with training when they can see the utility, relevance, and value in what is being shared. We want to design instruction in a way that motivates... more
In a previous blog, we presented strategies that L&D professionals can incorporate to support self-regulated learning. Self-regulated learning, a key focus, involves three phases: forethought, performance control, and self-reflection. L&D professionals can foster self-regulated learning by encouraging goal-setting, managing expectations, supporting help-seeking, and creating opportunities for intentional reflection throughout the training... more
High-performing companies know that every employee counts. They can either help or hurt your reputation. Customer-facing people in particular, whether engaging face to face, on the phone, chat, or email can affect how an organization is perceived. Frontline workers – those on the frontlines of customer-focused services such as hospitality,... more
