3 Benefits of Live Learning 💡

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Employees who experience skill-building and growth at work feel increased job satisfaction. In fact, 76% of employees surveyed in a study say that a company would be more appealing if they offered skills training.

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While there are endless asynchronous⁠⁠—or self-paced—educational resources online, on sites like LinkedIn, Udemy, and Coursera, nothing beats live learning. Here are three reasons why you should offer real-time professional development sessions to your staff.

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1. Increased Engagement 📈

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• Instructors can get participants excited about the topic through visuals, anecdotes, and fun demonstrations. 

• Unlike learning from a pre-recorded video or readings, a live class allows participants to ask questions in real-time, creating a more in-depth learning experience.

• Whether online or in-person, speakers can include activities and gamification in live sessions, increasing motivation amongst students to learn the content through friendly competition!
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2. Creating Connections 💬

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• Course participants create social bonds. They may even discuss the material with each other outside of class, solidifying knowledge through peer interaction.

• Connecting with an instructor is a networking opportunity with an industry professional‍

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3. Ensure Program Participation and Completion 📝

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• Live classes require coordination. To ensure participation, schedule courses during work hours when everyone can attend.

• When a course is live, attendance is imperative. Live learning is an excellent solution if your team is serious about learning new skills since it’s required they show up!

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Learning workers are engaged workers, making professional development an essential part of a healthy work experience. Engagement, connection, and increased follow-through are just three ways live learning can benefit your employees. Check with your team to see what skills they want to learn to enhance their performance and professional growth!