How to Quickly Move In-person Training Online Infographic

Companies are hastening the move to online training and development. In-person workshops that were never up for debate, are now being taken online. If your in-person training has been sidelined, here are four steps to quickly move your in-person training to an online experience – with similar, if not better, results.
If you’ve typically offered training in, say, a full-day or multi-day workshop, break up the agenda into smaller lessons. Incorporate accompanying online discussion activities and exercises that you can deliver online over two to six weeks.
Tip: Limit required learning time to no more than two hours per week.
Value: Retention is higher as learners have time to absorb the content in smaller chunks and discuss concepts with peers.
As you design the online program, be sure that learning activities are authentic and allow participants to connect what they’re learning to the real world. Evoke higher-order thinking skills, with exercises that incorporate the higher levels of Bloom’s Taxonomy: “apply,” “analyze,” “evaluate,” or “create.” Avoid focusing only on memorization tasks and multiple-choice knowledge checks.
Tip: Design activities that inspire (or require) learners to apply ideas on the job and share about their experience.
Value: Deeper learning comes from doing rather than simply consuming information.
With online training, you’re not limited to lectures and PowerPoints — think videos, articles, podcasts, infographics, games, ebooks, web conferences, and other creative formats. Repurpose existing content wherever possible, and create your own content to supplement it so you can include messaging and a look that’s on brand.
Tips:
Value: Online learning expands your content options and accommodates different learning styles.
Research shows social learning leads to higher achievement and productivity and a sense of belonging. Retain the social elements of in-person workshops with intentionally designed activities and tools including group assignments, breakout discussions, and peer feedback.
Value: Learning impact is higher, professional relationships are more committed.
To get an idea of what quickly moving your in-person training to an online experience might look like, here is an example of a rapid learning design sprint.
Week 1: Design
Week 2: Finalize.
Week 3: Launch
Ongoing
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