Learning Everest Team

Developing leadership competencies to fit organizational goals and vision is one of the chief determinants of a business's success.

L&D or HR professionals in the 2020s have had a fair share of experience with remote and hybrid workforces by now. And to achieve business goals, training these employees is just as important as training those on location.

The adult learning theory, also known as andragogy, discusses how adults differ from children in their learning approach and requirements. First introduced in the 1960s by Malcolm Knowles, the theory has shaped adult learning activities for decades. This theory’s strengths are its simplicity and empathy for adults’ learning, as well as growth and esteem needs.

Cognitive learning is an approach that emphasizes the internal mental processes that take place while learning. These internal mental processes are called “cognitive processes” and include activities like attention, sensation, perception, and memory. In this approach, the learner is an active participant in their learning journey and comes in with a unique set of knowledge, skills, experiences, and mental patterns.

Experienced e-learning professionals agree that digital instructional content incorporates elements of art and design principles. It is just as much about visual and artistic interest to the learner, as it is about acquiring knowledge and skills. Combined with the consumable nature of online learning, it becomes vital for instructional designers (ID) to always consider the aesthetic appeal of courses.