In recent decades there have been impressive advances in our understanding of how people learn. Two of the most notable innovations to have emerged, elaboration theory and simulation gaming vastly improved the effectiveness of training...

2. In recent decades,
there have been
impressive
advances in
our understanding
of how people
learn.

4. Elaboration
Theory
Simulation
gaming
&

5. People learn most effectively when concepts
are introduced in an increasing
order of complexity.
Elaboration Theory

6. “The primary goal of
[Elaboration Theory]
is to help select and sequence
content in a way that will
optimize attainment
of learning goals...”
- Charles Reigeluth, Instructional Psychologist

7. SIMULATION
GAMING
is a more
dynamic
concept

8. Simulation Gaming
is the process of
learning or problem
solving through
role plays, games
& other learning
episodes.
Simulation Gaming

9. While these concepts are well known and often widely
used by professional educators, the corporate world now
has more opportunity to utilize these concepts.

10. Can training in the corporate world
be more effective?

11. Let’s explore some of the characteristics that
distinguish adult learners and what teaching
methods have proven to be most effective...

12. • “How can I use this new
information?”
• “Can I apply what I learn
here to my daily tasks?”
• “Will this material improve
my job performance?”
• “How can this contribute
to my advancement?”
Adult Learners

13. It has also been
observed that adults
are more likely to
work for intrinsic
goals (such as self-
development and
the pursuit of
knowledge for its
own sake) than for
external rewards,
such as grades or
pay raises.
Intrinsic goals

14. Most importantly,
teachers of adult
learners need to keep
in mind that their
students are, in fact,
autonomous adults.

15. An experienced guide knows the trail, but is aware of
alternate routes to reach the same destination

16. Trainers that are most likely to
succeed are those that create an
atmosphere in which their adult students
are fully respected as fellow
professionals and given a platform from
which they can confidently voice their
opinion.

17. Highly engaged employees
are 38% more likely to have
above-average productivity.
(Source: Workplace Research Foundation)

18. Working in teams
tends to be
very helpful to
facilitating the
learning process.
Working in teams

19. We are collaborative by nature; ever
since our prehistoric ancestors learned
they could snare bigger game by
hunting in packs, collaboration has
been a key to our success.
Collaboration

20. In groups people
can bounce ideas
off one another,
which leads
to deeper
understanding
& enhanced
problem-solving.
Groups

21. There are also numerous
traits that bind learners,
regardless of age
or environment...
Binding learners

22. • people want to be accepted
• forge relationships
• have their contributions valued
• and to enjoy the learning process
Learning Traits

23. Making a presentation lively
and engaging through
simulations, Gamification
and competitive games is
powerful technique that
can be used with any group
of learners.
Engagement

24. Conversely, simply engaging in
simulations without explanation and
discussion can be equally ineffective.
This is especially true as concepts
become more technical, interwoven
and complex.
Discussion

25. A learning design that’s heavy on simulation may go
wrong: the game may be fun, but learning may take
place only in the first ten minutes or so. After that,
the participants are motivated only by competition
and/or out of pure enjoyment of the game.
Motivation

26. In essence, simulation gaming is
effective because it provides a
narrative, a context in which to
evaluate action. It also provides
feedback, a safe environment in
which to ‘fail’ and levels of skill that
can be quantified and gained.
Simulation Gaming

27. Gamification
‘GAMIFICATION’ is defined as
training that utilizes, ‘…game-
based mechanics, aesthetics
and game thinking to engage
people, motivate action,
promote learning, and solve
problems.’

28. This is where
ELABORATION THEORY
and other proven learning design
methodologies can combine with
the latest technology to provide the
best possible outcomes.

29. This presentation is based on
Corporate Training Revolutionized
by Michelle Katics,
BankersLab® Co-Founder & CEO
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