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Multi-Generational Learning in the Workplace: Overview and
Instructional Design Considerations
Wednesday, February 25, 2009By Janet Clarey
Brandon Hall Research
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Your Brandon Hall Research Moderators
Tom Werner Richard Nantel
Gary Woodill Janet ClareyPresenter
Agree or not?
1. There are “digital natives” and “digital immigrants.”
2. Younger people are masters of technology.
3. Older people are not tech savvy.4. Popular claims about generational
traits are based on solid research.5. There are generational learning
styles.
“When you were born influences your personality & attitudes more than does the family that raised you.” – Jean Twenge, Author of the book Generation Me
Addressing Bias
Researcher’s Bias
Personal Bias
“A generation is defined by a common age location in history and a collective peer personality.” – Neil Howe & William Strauss, pioneers in the field of generational studies
Definition
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Values
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Agree or not?Views Toward Boomers Gen Xers Millennials
Level of Trust Confident of self, not authority
Low toward authority High toward authority
Loyalty to institutions Cynical Considered naive Committed
Most admire Taking charge Creating enterprise Following a hero of integrity
Career Goals Build a stellar career Build a portable career
Build parallel careers
Trust, Loyalty, Admiration, Career goals
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Agree or not?
Views Toward Boomers Gen Xers Millennials
Rewards Title and corner office Freedom not to do Meaningful work
Parent-child involvement
Receding Distant Intruding
Having children Controlled Doubtful Definite
Family Life Indulged as children Alienated as children Protected as children
Rewards, Family
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Agree or not?Views Toward Boomers Gen Xers Millennials
Education Freedom of expression Pragmatic Structure of accountability
Evaluation Once a year with documentation
“Sorry, but how am I doing?”
Feedback whenever I want it
Political Orientation Attack oppression Apathetic, individual Crave community
The big question What does it mean? Does it work? How do we build it?
Education, Evaluation, Politics, Big question
Matures / Silent / Veterans / Traditionalist Generation
Born prior to 1946
“Tell me what to do.”Matures
I’ve paid my dues and am looking forward to retirement. I’ve dedicated many years to my job. I like structured training and knowing the ground rules. I’m open to learning “on the computer.” I don’t like to spill my guts to a group.
What they say
Baby Boomers
1946 – 1964
Usually broken into two groups:1946 to 1955 and then 1956 to 1964
“Show me what to do.”
Baby boomers
I guess I’m a workaholic. I’ve had a big influence on policy at my job. I am used to formal learning in a classroom. Some of the newer online stuff confuses me (not like that younger generation!) I like to take notes and attend training to advance my career.
What they say
Generation X
1965 – 1980
“Why do I need to learn this?”
Generation X
I work to live. I like on-the-job training and self-study. I view myself as a natural multi-tasker. Technology isn’t really a big deal for me. I really need to know that I’ll be more valuable after attending training. I need clear, consistent expectations.
What they say
Gen Y /Millennials
1980s – 1990s
“Connect me to what I need.”
Millennials
I like hands-on learning and collaboration. Technology is just a part of life. I’m usually ‘connected.’ I like structured face-to-face learning. I like to get a lot of feedback. I think learning should be fun. I seek the expertise of my network. I like quick exchanges and stories.
What they say
Gary with Geoffrey & Katie
Generation ?
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The Connected Worker
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I’m only as good as my network.”
Facebook friends = 2,700Twitter followers = 11,000
Linked In = 500
The Crowd
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Similarities•Not everyone wants to learn on computers
•Everyone wants to learn
•Heavy tech users tend to have similar characteristics
Similarities
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Other variables•Workplace culture
•People change as they get older
•Exposure to technology
•Socio-cultural differencesVariables
…what the research says…
Research
The digital native / digital immigrant debate
Natives & Immigrants
Your learners are looking to you
Prior experience
The digital native/digital immigrant debate
Digital
wisdom
Instructional Design Implications•No solid research to design differently for different generations
•Digital Native / Immigrant categorization can create dichotomies
Instructional Design
Implications
Instructional Design Implications•There are no “generational learning styles”
•Too many other variables apply (same problem as “learning styles”)
Instructional Design Implications
Learning Management SystemLMS
Virtual ClassroomSynchronous Learning
Self-Paced, Self-Service Online Learning
Informal Learning, Knowledge On Demand
Off-the-shelf, pre-built courses
Authoring Tools
Learning Content Management
• Ready-to-use content (courseware)• Easy to find: IT skills, leadership, safety• Hard to find: very specific, job-related skills
• Custom development• Screen design and layout• Interactive exercises• Tests, Quiz, Assessment• Simulations
• Manage large-scale development (workflow)
• Reusable learning content• Searchable repository of source
material
• Central Access to Learning• Individualized Learning Plans• Reporting & Completion Tracking• Instructor-Led Training Scheduling• Launch and track online learning• Certification Management• Competency Management
• Instructor-led, Real time, Online• Connecting geographical disperse
learners• Groups of learners meet together
• 24 X 7 X 365 access to courses• Completed at learner’s own pace• Remediation and feedback are
automated• Developed once, used many times• Automated scoring and completion
status
• Just-in-time, anywhere, anytime• Capture and retain organizational
knowledge• Facilitates collaborationSource: Bryan Chapman
First Gen
Second Gen
Self-EducatingUsers
Tagged Content
Reviewed Content
Related Content
Rated Content
Formal Networks of People
Cost Savings
Content
Source: Saba
Source: Joe Kristy, IBM Global Business Services
Context
Action Plan1.Learn the theories behind your
craft2.Use new tools and apply them in
your own work3.Apply the research, avoid the
hypeAction Plan
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