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Types of learning
Here are a few suggestions of the types of learning options that organisations could create to offer their employees , if they had a dedicated learning zone :
On-site learning – A specific learning environment within an organisation that allows organisations to bring professional instructor-led education into the workplace . The benefits of having an instructor-led learning experience in your workplace is that it provides total convenience and exclusivity for all staff . Teams are able to openly and confidentially discuss and progress ideas about their own company processes with the instructor and among each other .
Organisations can choose , if they want , the instructor to travel into the workplace ( where travel restrictions allow ) or , if they prefer the instructor could deliver the program via live instructor-led remote attendance , allowing the instructor to remote into the learning zone to see and teach all the learners .
This would be beneficial for organisations that would prefer a program to be delivered just for them and who has multiple offices in different locations , instead of bringing everyone together in one room physically , they could all attend a program / series or programs remotely from their workplace ’ s dedicated learning zones , so can all benefit from the entire learning experience with each other .
Distance learning – Having a quiet and secure learning zone at their workplace reassures employees as it can allow them to fit the distance learning around their work and home life commitments . With distance learning , all the learning resources are accessed online , allowing for complete self-paced learning and therefore provides flexibility for learners to pick where they left off and learn at times that are most convenient to them .
Having a private and dedicated space also allows employees that are working on the same distance learning program to have a space for collaboration and can therefore work through the learning together . Distance learners also often have access to a dedicated online tutor , a highly experienced data centre professional who can offer one-to-one support and guidance as needed . Here , the learning zone allows complete focus , a private space away from the individual ’ s desk and away from other colleagues , especially if they need to focus or are contacting the online tutor .
Remote attendance learning with added collaboration – For employees who are attending remote programs , the learning zone allows for collaboration and collective learning with other industry professionals who are also attending remotely .
Benefits of dedicated learning zones
Here are some of the benefits of having a dedicated learning zone environment in your workspace :
Collaboration and collective learning – A dedicated learning zone environment is a quiet area that is distraction-free for individuals to focus and learn and complete any self-paced learning and reading . Having this dedicated learning zone means individuals can get away from their usual day-to-day workspaces and make the most of the concentrationtime . It also allows for collaboration and collective learning among individuals and colleagues and creates a more creative space where individuals can share ideas and work together through their training and professional development .
Cost-efficient , no further travel / expenses required – With learners remaining in the workplace , there are no additional costs incurred .
Provides learning environments for all – Learning zones are an ideal option for those who prefer not to / aren ’ t able to , learn from home . This is an essential option for those who may not have the required set up , or the quiet / private space
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needed to attend an intense five-day remote attendance class . It also provides learners with another option if they prefer to get out of the house and separate their work from their personal lives .
More sustainable – Remote attendance learning provides organisations with a more sustainable and environmentally friendly learning option .
Remote attendance saves on the employee ’ s travel as well as the instructor ’ s travel , which for some international-based programs could involve a series of long-distance flights . It also provides an option for people hesitant / unable to travel due to COVID-19 .
Gives back to your teams – It ’ s important to note that mission-critical workers have still been working hard during this time .
Having a specific learning environment can help employees feel more valued which can contribute to a much more positive working environment and create happier teams with increased loyalty to their organisation .
Learning zones can help people feel empowered . They can learn new skills and challenge themselves in a safe environment without fear of distraction from others in the workplace . They are perfect for those who don ’ t have private learning / working spaces at home . ◊
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