Caroline Cope

New research from ATD finds that blended learning makes up more than half of total learning at organizations.

Blended Learning Best Practices

Blended learning is the use of asynchronous and synchronous learning to engage learners. In this study we’ll explore innovative learning technologies, determine resources and budgets needed to implement this method, identify common challenges, and identify training topics that work well for a blended learning format. We’ll also highlight the skills and capabilities TD professionals should concentrate on to become an expert at blended learning design.
Key findings from this report: 
• 87% of organizations say increased flexibility for employees to learn is a major benefit of blended learning
• 75% of organizations expect their use of blended learning to increase over the next two years
• 39% of organizations said blended learning makes up more than half of the total learning
• 61% of respondents say communication skills are extremely important for blended learning design and delivery
• 66% of organizations sometimes or frequently use external trainers or facilitators to deliver blended learning
 
Primary Capability Covered: Instructional Design
Participation in this event, either live or recorded, can be reported for one (1) professional development point toward the initial certification eligibility or recertification requirements for the APTD or CPTD credential.
 

ATD RESEARCH:  Blended Learning

In this study we’ll explore the idea that learning can happen anywhere. We’ll study how organizations are supporting informal learning; how (and whether) they are measuring and tracking this type of learning; motivating employees to take the initiative to learn on their own; and challenges and benefits of self-directed learning. Specific types of informal learning will include mentoring, memberships in professional groups, stretch assignments, networking, and online learning resources (i.e., gamification, etc.).
Key findings from the report include: 
• Average number of informal learning opportunities offered by organizations is 5
• At 33 percent of organizations, informal learning makes up more than half of the total learning
• 35 percent of organizations measured the effectiveness of informal learning
• 51 percent of respondents believed use of informal learning will increase in the next two years
 
 