What is informal learning, non-training
Informal Learning
Recently I heard from one of the Engineering Colleges in Chennai that they are building exclusive lab facilities to give on the job training to Engineering college students before they get placement in companies. While it appears to be a good move to do the finishing school training, give an edge to the students, I feel still there is no substitute for work place training ie., training in the company along with experienced co-workers and in work place environment different from separated class room environment.
A trainee
- should be in a position to learn as he or she does the work.
- should have access to reviews of his work performance.
- should learn from a variety of experienced co-workers in the work place.
- should be able to appreciate the difference and variety in work place.
- should try to accommodate with tense work environments.
This is quite possible when some one gets training in a company environment.
The following internet resource makes an interesting read:
http://c4lpt.co.uk/nta/understanding-informal-and-social-learning-in-the-workplace/
Non-training
A non-training approach is one that takes place in any work place along side training with supported course materials. Training approach and non training approach differ mainly in participation of the trainee. In the non-training approach ‘engage the trainee and encourage him’ is the method followed.
“I never teach my pupils; I only attempt to provide the conditions in which they can learn”
- Einstein
The following is one of the Internet resource for non-training:
You can read this blog post by Jane Hart:
http://www.c4lpt.co.uk/blog/2011/11/23/the-non-training-approach/
Learning & Development, LMS – Learning Management Systems are one of the key trends for the year 2012.
\Malick.
