CHICAGO, Ill. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — KnowledgeAdvisors, the world’s largest provider of learning and talent measurement solutions, has announced it has released a brand new whitepaper focusing on informal learning measurement. The research conducted by KnowledgeAdvisors was based upon substantial data collected across diverse industries in an effort to gain a comprehensive representation of the present condition of informal learning.
In the paper, authored by Jeffrey Berk (Chief Operating Officer at KnowledgeAdvisors), informal learning is acknowledged to have numerous definitions such as unintentional or unstructured learning. However, in the paper, informal learning is simply and best defined as knowledge transfer that occurs without the assistance of a structured curriculum.
As a result, readers will have their principal queries resolved in terms of what to measure, when to measure and how to measure informal learning. In terms of “what to measure,” KnowledgeAdvisors advocates organizations measuring an informal learning program from solution, experience and benefit constructs taking into account key elements within each construct. In considering “when to measure,” KnowledgeAdvisors recommends that it takes place at different points in the process: at each interaction, periodically and at the conclusion. In looking at “how to measure,” there is a multitude of measurement enablers broken out by Systems, Tools and People enablers which should be considered to ensure that the time spent on measurement is proportional to the time spent on learning. Finally, the paper will also highlight the value behind informal learning measurement indicating whether an organization should invest in technology tools or personalized initiatives and determines if informal learning investments should further develop.
“Although only 9% of the learning budget is formally allocated towards informal learning today, its presence is strong within organizations and will only continue to grow as it does clearly contribute to the performance of a workforce. Also while measurement methods have been sparse, culture has proved to be a critical enabler to its uptake, technology and social networking tools have influenced its adoption and growth,” stated Berk.
Organizations interested in further details about this research can access the complimentary white paper found at: http://www.knowledgeadvisors.com/media-research/white-papers/informal-learning-measurement/ .
July 29 Webinar:
In addition, a complimentary webinar “Measuring Informal Learning: What, When, How” accompanying the Informal Learning whitepaper will be conducted by KnowledgeAdvisors on July 29th, 2010 at 10am CST/CDT. The webinar will elaborate on the current state of informal learning and how organizations are using it in the workplace today. To register, please access: https://www2.gotomeeting.com/register/853431963 .
About KnowledgeAdvisors:
KnowledgeAdvisors is the world’s largest provider of learning and talent measurement solutions. Leading organizations access its measurement expertise and on-demand software to ensure a high-performing workforce. As a thought leader in Human Capital Analytics, KnowledgeAdvisors provides the most comprehensive analytics solutions in the market. By combining measurement expertise, on-demand evaluation software, and integrated analytics solutions with benchmarking, organizations gain the necessary insights on how to best develop their workforce. For more about KnowledgeAdvisors, visit: www.knowledgeadvisors.com .
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For organizations that utilize learning and development to drive business outcomes, KnowledgeAdvisors offers learning measurement software that improves the effectiveness and business impact of learning. Unlike the standard reporting and dashboard features included in most learning and talent management software, we combine data from multiple enterprise systems with information collected through evaluations and assessments to paint a complete picture of learning and business performance. KnowledgeAdvisors can even benchmark your learning programs against other organizations. We offer essential services to our clients to help them create high quality measurement practices. Best Practice: KnowledgeAdvisors is a trusted source of thought leadership for evaluating the effectiveness of critical human capital initiatives such as learning and development, employee engagement, talent acquisition, competency management, performance management and leadership. Our software exceeds industry standards for quality and elegance. Our learning measurement solutions provide valid, reliable and predictive business intelligence. And our consulting services are built on proven business models such as six-sigma and continuous improvement. Cloud Computing: Metrics that Matter®, our flagship software solution for human capital process evaluation, utilizes a “cloud-based architecture” to enable easy implementation and integration with other enterprise software systems (including LMS, HRIS, Integrated Talent Management Suites, CRM, ERP and more). Integrated Reporting, Business Intelligence and Analytics: Metrics that Matter® integrates data from multiple enterprise systems (including LMS, HRIS, Integrated Talent Management Suites, CRM, ERP and more) with information collected through evaluations and assessments to paint a complete picture of learning, talent and business performance. Analysis is rendered through automated dashboards, scorecards and detailed reports that can be customized for every role in your organization from executives to front-line managers. Informal and Social Learning Measurement: Metrics that Matter® reaches beyond formal learning programs and learning management systems to measure learning effectiveness in informal and social learning environments. Benchmarking: Metrics that Matter® includes a benchmark database with over 750 million external data points and 100 standard reports. Benchmark data can be sliced by industry, course type, job function and more; providing learning & development experts with the opportunity to compare learning effectiveness against external averages. To understand who we are, KnowledgeAdvisors has put together an educational podcast series. Click Educational Podcast to subscribe today. Our clients represent many of the world’s leading organizations, including four of the five largest accounting firms, three of the last five winners of Training’s Top 125 Award, the world’s largest company, and the most prestigious US Defense Department University. Our clients know that working with KnowledgeAdvisors helps them to achieve the highest-performing workforce. MEDIA CONTACT: Eric Bush, Director of Marketing KnowledgeAdvisors +1-312-676-4416 ebush @ knowledgeadvisors.com
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