Top tips – learning format examples for common learning needs

As highlighted earlier, the nature of the learning is an important factor in choosing the best format. Here are some of the most common types of learning need along example formats that can be used.

Learning need	Example formats to consider
Able to recall specific facts or procedures in real time (e.g. health and safety practices)	Interactive digital experience supported by a quiz e.g.Fluidbook Adaptive learning – where knowledge is tested upfront to avoid wasting time on content that is already known. Escape room experience designed to immerse learners in the relevant content.
Confident application of interpersonal skills (e.g. giving constructive feedback or active listening)	Blended learning journey including practice sessions. Artificial Intelligence (AI) branched learning (digital learning experience). Digital simulation tool (e.g. practice with an avatar).
Equipped to deal with a range of experiences / scenarios (e.g. Customer Service)	Blended learning journey including practice sessions (including virtual or in-person expert-led sessions). Digital Scenario cards AI branched learning (digital learning experience). Digital Simulation tool.
Team learning for people with limited access to company computers (e.g. shop/factory floor)	Sessions in a box – a training pack that managers or team members to run themselves on site. Blended learning journey with in-person expert-led modules. Curated learning that can be accessed using own phones or tech (security and licence dependent).
Onboarding	Blended learning journey including practice sessions (including virtual or in-person expert-led sessions). Use of Augmented Reality experience Bespoke Fluidbook, covering all the key details in an interactive digital format.
Team learning and development	Action Learning Set/Leadership lab (facilitated session based on real live business challenges). Blended learning journey including practice sessions (including virtual or in-person expert-led sessions). Run it yourself, sessions in a box – training pack that can be delivered by managers/facilitators. Digital escape room. Team effectiveness coaching.
Building connection and extending networks across the organisation	Blended learning journey including practice sessions (including expert-led sessions). Peer coaching. Action learning sets/projects. Mentoring. Global virtual expert-led training session deliveries. Global social learning platform.

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