Context-Driven L&D In Less Than 15 Minutes | L&D Disrupt (Drop-In) | Episode 61
Mar 19, 2024
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Expert Srishti Sehgal discusses building context-driven learning experiences, understanding pain points over personas, exploring empathy maps for understanding learners, and applying principles to long-standing program projects in L&D.
Design for the learner's context to enhance engagement and retention in learning experiences.
Integrate insights from the learner, organizational, and ecosystem levels to create a comprehensive context for effective learning design.
Deep dives
Importance of Context in Learning Experiences
Building effective learning experiences requires understanding the importance of context. Designing for everyone means designing for no one, emphasizing the need to focus on the who and the why before the what and the how. Context, which precedes content, plays a crucial role in enhancing engagement and retention in learning experiences.
Three Components of Context-Driven Learning Experiences
Context-driven learning experiences consist of three key components: the learner, the organization or institute, and the ecosystem. Understanding the learner's needs and desires, the organizational influences on behavior, and the larger ecosystem trends help in creating a comprehensive context. By integrating insights from these three layers, a holistic perspective on the learning experience is achieved.
Transferring Context to Learning Experiences
To transfer context effectively into learning experiences, alignment among team members on the target audience and problem-solving approach is essential. Constantly defining and adapting to changing contexts is crucial, as contexts evolve over time. Tools like empathy maps and frameworks aid in maintaining a focus on learners and their evolving needs throughout the design process.