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Jane Stephenson J. P. Consulting, Inc.

Understand learning theories, apply them in training, motivate learners, and enhance performance through practical applications of social, cognitive, adult learning theories. Explore Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs and motivation theories to optimize training outcomes.

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Jane Stephenson J. P. Consulting, Inc.

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  1. Integrating Learning Theory into Training Design & Delivery Jane Stephenson J. P. Consulting, Inc. Chelsea Baxter Jennifer Bentley Luke Sparkman

  2. Workshop Objectives By the end of this workshop, • New trainers will understand several learning theories and have ideas on how to integrate them into a training session. • Seasoned trainers will have the vocabulary and a consciousness about using learning theories in training sessions. • Social Learning Theory • Cognitive Learning Process / Theory • Adult Learning Theory • Motivational Theories

  3. What is Learning? • Learning is the act of acquiring new, or modifying and reinforcing existing knowledge, skills, attitudes, behaviors, or values. Merridan dictionary • Performance = M x KSAs x E

  4. Conditions for Learning to Occur During training: • Participant input – when / how / where • Accommodate different learning styles Back on the job: • Provide opportunity to use training • Supply job aid • Ensure work environment supports use of skills

  5. How do you feel right now? • Are you interested in learning about this for your career? • Do you feel proud of yourself for committing to being here tonight? • Do you feel loved? Included? • Are you concerned about your safety? • Are you hungry? Tired?

  6. Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs Unsatisfied needs motivate Self- Actualization Esteem needs Esteem Needs Social needs Satisfied Safety needs Physiological needs

  7. Need Theories Maslow, Herzberg, Alderfer, McClelland • We are motivated by unmet needs • If basic (or hygiene) needs of a trainee are not met, will not be motivated to learn • McClelland: Achievement, Power, Affiliation Therefore, • Identify trainees’ needs • Communicate how program content relates to fulfilling those needs • Build in ways to share power, acknowledge achievement and work with others

  8. Expectancy Theory Victor Vroom Learning is most likely to occur when believe: • Expectancy 1: Believe that effort will lead to positive performance • Instrumentality: Trainee sees link between performance & outcome • Valence: Trainees appreciates value of outcome Therefore, • Reinforce positive expectations • Emphasize value of training

  9. Reinforcement Theory B. F. Skinner • People are motivated to perform or avoid certain behaviors because of past outcomes • Behavior – if rewarded will repeat Therefore, • Decide desired behavior and reward • Link rewards to changed behavior • Provide feedback throughout training

  10. Goal Setting Theories Peter Tucker • Behavior results from conscious goals and intentions • Specific, challenging goals lead to high performance if people are committed Therefore, • Include: goals, objectives, action plan, verbal commitment Go 4 it ! 2016

  11. Personal Application Motivation (Needs) Theories • Take a moment to jot down your ideas on how to use any of the motivational theories in development or delivery of a training program • Handout: column on right

  12. xProcess of Social Learning Theory Attention Retention Reproduc-tion Reinforcement Consequence Match Modeled Perform 

  13. Social Learning Theory Albert Bandura • Learn by observing others (models) we believe are credible and knowledgeable • The model’s behavior or skill that is rewarded is adopted by observer • Can increase self-efficacy Therefore, • Use demonstration, observation, role plays, group practice 

  14. Personal Application Social Learning Theory • Take a moment to jot down your ideas on how to use Social Learning Theory in development or delivery of a training program • Handout: column on the right

  15. Adult Learning Theory Malcolm Knowles • Developed out of need for a specific theory on how adults learn • Based on assumptions about adults: • Need to know why they are learning • Prefer to be self-directed • Bring work-related experience to class • Enter with a problem-centered approach • Are motivated extrinsically and intrinsically

  16. Applications of Adult Learning Th

  17. Personal Application Adult Learning Theory • Take a moment to jot down your ideas on how to use Adult Learning Theory in development or delivery of a training program • Handout: column on the right

  18. Cognitive Learning Process Robert Gagne’ • Expectancy – objective of learning • Perception – stimuli • Working Storage – limiting • Semantic Encoding – cues / links • Long-Term Storage – connecting • Retrieval – cues to recall • Generalizing – application • Gratifying – reward

  19. Implication of the Learning Process Therefore, Trainees need: • Objective to know why • Meaningful content • Engagement in multiple ways (consider learning styles) • Help committing content to memory • Opportunities to practice • Feedback / reward (value)

  20. Personal Application Cognitive Learning Theory • Take a moment to jot down your ideas on how to use Cognitive Learning Theory in development or delivery of a training program • Handout: column on the right

  21. Final Application With your table group: • Put your ideas together and prepare to share 2 of your best ideas on ways to utilize the theory given to you. • Consider classroom, OJT and/or online training.

  22. Learning doesn’t just happen because we teach… Incorporate learning theories into your planning and delivery • Social Learning Theory • Cognitive Learning Process • Adult Learning Theory • Motivation Theory (needs, goal, reinforcement) It’s not a scam; it really works!

  23. For more information: • http://www.instructionaldesign.org/theories/index.html • http://www.instructionaldesign.org/theories/andragogy.html • http://www.netmba.com/mgmt/ob/motivation/herzberg/ • http://www.netmba.com/mgmt/ob/motivation/mcclelland/

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