L&D involves the acquiring of knowledge to better perform existing or new skills in the workplace. Typically under the arm of human resources, each organisation needs a solid L&D strategy that builds on an end goal by using a variety of best fitting approaches. For more content like this, check out Acorn Labs: http://acornlabs.education/

1. Learning & Development
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2. What is learning and development?
Learning and development is an all-inclusive activity that involves
the acquiring of knowledge (learning) to better perform new or
existing skills (development) in the workplace. L&D is traditionally
an arm of the human resources branch in an organisation.

3. Why it matters to employees
L&D gives employees a purpose outside of their pay cheque by
providing a goal to strive towards. This in turn helps make them
more engaged in the workplace.

4. Why it matters to employers
80% of an organisations value tends to come down to its
relationship with its people.
If people are the source of better productivity and growth, then
resources are best devoted to giving them avenues to learn skills
that lead to a more efficient and creative output.

5. Approaches To
L&D

6. Instructor-Led
Learning that is delivered via a teacher, instructor or
facilitator in sessions such as face-to-face lessons,
masterclasses or lectures.

7. Coaching
Where coaches usually attach meaningful goals and
strategies to coursework to encourage teamwork.

8. Mentorship
A learner will shadow or receive advice and guidance
from a mentor (usually someone in a senior role) to gain
deeper on-the-job knowledge in their sector.

9. Social Learning
A collaborative, learner led process through which
knowledge is shared and affirmed via social interaction
like forums and group activities.

10. L&D Strategies

11. Learner-Centric
Personalised learning pathways that combine with workforce
goals means not only is the content learners consume
adapted to their needs, but so is the way in which they
consume it.

12. Strength-Based
Learning that enhances existing skills. When an employee
shows great leadership potential, providing L&D to harness
that potential can increase engagement, create a sense of
belonging and boost overall performance.

13. On-The-Job
On-the-job training reinforces what is learned via an LMS
through real-life development. This could be through
teamwork, mentorship or even on-the-job skills-based
assessments.

14. Steps To Develop A
Good L&D Strategy

15. Clearly Define Goals
Without goals, organisations may get swept up in eLearning
trends. While trends are important to stay abreast of, they
don’t all have a long-lasting impact. The latest buzz isn’t
necessarily the greatest fit.

16. Analyse Skill Gaps
Determine which gaps need addressing by conducting a
skills gap assessment. Such an assessment helps to identify
the skills needed for future L&D investment and other crucial
organisational functions.

17. Align With Business Strategy
The core mission of L&D is to support professional
development, build or bolster capabilities, enhance company
culture and reinforce company values – many of which
translate to business objectives.

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