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Adults learn based on their needs and effective learning focuses on engagement based on expressed needs. Learner engagement which is often a challenge in many learning scenarios. There has been a lot of discussions around flipped classroom which is inquiry-based. Flipped in its sense allows the learner to take the driver's seat and only utilises face-to-face engagement to question, clarify and discuss which enhances the total learning experience. Photo credit: YuJa The  flipped classroom  is a learning model where learners have a prior exposure to the content while the face-to-face interaction is centred on action learning activities in form of exercises, projects and discussions.  While many may prefer to maintain the traditional approach to face-to-face learning where there is an elevated role of the trainer or facilitators, the flipped classroom puts the trainer (who is more of a facilitator) and learner at the same level and portrays the trainer as a subject matter

Written by Bayo Adekola Photo credit:  Hertzler Systems Inc Have you ever wondered why learning programs are not making as much impact as they should? Maybe there is a disconnect between the environment and learning. We cannot separate learning from the environment. Learning starts in the environment and it is a key part of every learning experience.  What do we mean by environment? The environment we refer to within the business world is the " space " in which business operates; this includes the business culture and approach .  The focus in this article will be on learning in fast paced environment i.e. one that is dynamic in which things change so quickly. Characteristics of a Fast-Paced Business Environment Time bound Multi-tasking Multiple stakeholders Strong influence of policy and market dynamics How do you drive learning in such environments? Prioritise your learning to always align with business goals and latest direction. Use regular int

Written by Adebayo Adekola What kind of organizational structure facilitates learning? Let's focus on the traditional hierarchy and flat structures. So many people think that learning is easier with flat organizational structures and many studies have validated this line of thought. The funny fact is that many seemingly flat structures are all flat "on paper" and maybe "design" but mindset is still hierarchical . How does one drive learning in such systems? Here are few tips to drive learning in this context: 1.     Identify the situation. Do not shy away from the fact that it exists. 2.     The CEO should be the first advocate of this change. 3.     Focus on driving learning not the mindset only. Most times we focus on changing the mindset and leave out the main objective which is to drive learning. 4.     A cordial relationship can minimize the hierarchy mindset. Have fun together in the office and outside. 5.     The common sign of a hierarchi