Virtual Learning
Virtual Learning is a learning environment that allows learners and instructors/facilitators to collaborate from anywhere in the world. Compared to traditional classroom learning, virtual learning offers an in-person, engaging, hands-on learning experience for remote-based learners.
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Most of the organizations, these days, are leveraging Virtual learning for upskilling their workforce. And after realizing the advantages associated with virtual learning, they intend to continue it in the near future.ย ย
Virtual Learning for Talent Transformation
Todayโs learning programs need to be strengthened more than ever. With the constantly changing learning requirements, organizations should put their best foot forward in providing an interactive learning experience that not only improves their employeeโs skill set but also ensures that learning is made easily accessible. Thatโs where the role of virtual learning comes in.ย ย
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Designed with the idea of making learning feasible at oneโs pace, virtual learning creates a deeper understanding and can boost learning retention. Another upside to virtual learning is that it focuses more on creating an environment where employees can upskill without comprising their professional lives.ย ย
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The idea of anywhere and anytime appeals to employees and contributes to establishing a culture of continuous learning. Several organizations now provide virtual training as part of their learning and development efforts so that their workforce has the opportunity to learn at the moment of need.ย ย
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In fact, virtual training grew by multiple folds during the last two years and organizations now expect to spend more on virtual learning to upskill and reskill their employees. With hybrid workforces here to stay, senior L&D leaders understand the value that virtual learning programs provide in terms of interactivity, enhanced collaboration, greater reach, and employee growth compared to in-person formal classroom training. Hence, they are pivoting towards virtual delivery that makes learning more effective and engaged, promotes knowledge transfer, and builds the best learner experience while achieving KPIs.ย
Virtual Learning - The future of Corporate Training!
The downside with traditional learning models is that they extrapolate knowledge retention, collaboration, and interaction. Traditional or classroom training places the most focus on memorization, which is easily forgotten. Furthermore, the content is not tailored to a specific learnerโs style, professional goals, and interests. The learning process is thus depreciated and fails to develop both hard and soft skills.ย
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However, in an era of an ever-changing landscape, leaders need to learn on-the-job skills by 2030. Therefore, it is imperative for organizations to rethink their employee development strategies in a hybrid workplace. Delivering learning in a digital world is not the same as it used to be. To keep learners motivated, personalized learning via storytelling, role modeling, or learning by demonstration is perceived to be the most effective. With the help of virtual learning, organizations can fill up the learning gaps that might crop up because their workforce is in a diverse location. At KNOLSKAPE, we rely on a mix of synchronous and asynchronous training for blended learning.ย
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In the context of E-learning, synchronous learning is โdelivered live with a facilitator facilitating a session. Synchronous learning incorporates zoom meetings or virtual rooms where learners and facilitators collaborate in real-time, through video, chatbox, etc.ย ย
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On the contrary, asynchronous learning is learner-centric and learners can practice it at their own speed. Some of the examples include self-paced courses or pre-recorded sessions specifically curated for learners who need a flexible schedule. With asynchronous learning, the learning pace is set by the learner. This means they can choose to distribute their time accordingly.ย ย
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As learning and development become quintessential, virtual learning will see a whole continuum of opportunities to maximize engagement and develop the job-relevant skills leaders need.ย ย
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The new-age workplace is constantly evolving and to stay agile and align skills to the changing workplace, a culture of continuous upskilling is important. Thatโs what we encourage here at KNOLSKAPE!ย
Benefits of Virtual Learning
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Facilitator-led Virtual Learning Sessions at KNOLSKAPE
Led by our skilled facilitators, the virtual sessions provide a safe, dynamic, and interactive hands-on experience to upskill your leaders.
Bid adieu to old-school delivery models! Take a look at our facilitator-led virtual courses designed to keep participants glued to the screen
Facilitator network of 350+ facilitators spread across 60 countries- Turkey, US, Europe, Philippines, China, and Egypt, to name a few.
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We make your L&D heads adept at educating their team members via TTT or Train-the-Trainer model. Within the TTT model, there is no need to train a massive pool of trainers. Just enroll one trainer in the course and he/she can further coach others.ย
Why KNOLSKAPE?
The role of the learner hasnโt changed much. In a classroom format, the learner is predominantly a listener who engages in certain activities once in a while. With changing times, when learning went digital with eLearning and self-paced learning courses, learners are now able to learn anywhere anytime, but they became even more passive in their engagement. Whatโs missing is the application and practice of this learning.
Thatโs the problem we solve at KNOLSKAPE! Instead of passively listening, learners learn by doing โ they take actions in the simulation, and receive feedback and insights on their actions, which help them course-correct when needed and validate what theyโre doing well. Their learning experience and the analytics around their performance are personal to them, and the learning experience is enhanced in a short duration of time.ย
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Similarly, organizations that are seeking ways to scale their learning efforts and at the same time measure progress are able to gauge actionable insights on the learnerโs performance.ย
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We can provide analytics at an individual as well as group level. These analytics can be grouped and assessed over multiple criteria โ gender, career level, business unit, etc, as well. This data is gold because it allows organizations to make objective decisions on individual development plans, succession planning, and other talent management activities, which traditional learning interventions do not provide insights on. All of this data comes directly from the learners themselves, so it is contextual to the organization and the business they are part of.ย ย
Frequently Asked Questions
Virtual learning is more interactive, whereas online learning is self-paced. Online learning involves a mix of pre-recorded videos, slides, quizzes, and assignments that learners can learn at their convenience, without having to interact with an instructor. Virtual learning, on the flip side, is discussion-based and necessitates learners and facilitators to be online at the same time. Learners are then given a walkthrough before participating in a simulation-based course.ย
- Online sessions for anyone to enroll and participate.ย
- Bootcamps offered in a virtual setting.ย
- Video conferencingย
- Live webinarsย
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- Pre-recorded webinars or conferencesย
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- Online forumsย ย
- Self-guided materials
A virtual space replicates traditional classroom for better collaboration and engagement amongst learners. Unlike in-person learning, virtual learning offers flexibility and allows learners to study at their own pace.ย ย
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There are 3 types of virtual learning environments:ย
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Asynchronous learning:ย Learners and facilitators donโt interact in real-time. However, interaction occurs through forums and discussion boards. This type of learning is apt for learners who cannot commit themselves to a particular time or schedule.ย ย
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Synchronous learning: Here, both learners and facilitators interact in real-time. This method allows learners to collaborate through webinars, video conferencing, or audio. ย
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Hybrid learning: In this type of learning method, both in-person as well as online learning are possible.ย ย
In remote learning, learning is performed at a distance. It gives learners more control over their learning environment. Accessibility is the biggest advantage when it comes to remote learning. Remote learning gives opportunities to learners of different styles and needs to learn at their own pace without having to commute to a physical classroom.ย ย
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One of the interesting things about remote learning is that it promotes continuity of education and is completely learner-driven.