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• Activities that stimulate reflection are more
likely to be effective. Learners’ preferences were
for viewing short videos (ie <3 minutes), with
a clear task focus and an ability to compare
their thinking with that of the course team. This
can support ‘seeing is believing’ in helping to
influence coaching practice. In addition, quizzes
encourage participants to think about what
they know, with feedback on whether their
interpretation is appropriate.
In conclusion, a variety of learning opportunities,
with online distance learning as a component
part, has the potential to impact coaching practice.
Courses such as the one evaluated here could be
integrated into a formal qualification programme
or could contribute to ongoing development and
help to fill the space between qualifications. The
scale and reach of online distance learning, and its
accessibility to diverse populations, may also allow
organisations to free up their resources and time to
develop other learning opportunities.
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