The Mindtools L&D Podcast 430 — Digital learning for behavior change
Feb 4, 2025
Dr. Anna Barnett, a behavioral scientist specializing in behavior change methodologies, joins the discussion on understanding and measuring behavior in learning and development. The conversation dives into effective digital learning methods, emphasizing the COM-B model for behavioral change. The hosts also explore the Dunning-Kruger effect, the importance of diverse measurement approaches, and innovative strategies for nudging behavior change. Plus, there's a fun detour into the world of Lego recreations of iconic movie scenes!
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Challenges in Measuring Behavior
- L&D often relies on subjective measures like stakeholder input, self-assessments, and intuition.
- These methods lack objective data on actual skills and behaviors, hindering accurate assessments.
Context-Dependent Behavior
- Anna Barnett points out that behavior is context-dependent.
- A manager might have excellent self-awareness generally but poor self-awareness under stress.
Stress and Assessment Accuracy
- Assessments can be inaccurate due to stress.
- Stressed individuals may not respond authentically, especially if the assessment has high stakes.