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The fluency illusion: why training that feels clear can still disappear

Clear explanations can make a workplace skill feel mastered before an employee can recall and perform it independently.

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Workshop: build effective learning modules that keep employees competent year-round

Learning science

24% say colleagues are authorised but not competent. Our latest research in critical sectors reveals a gap between certification and capability.

Learning versus navigating

Learning science

What is more important: being able to find information fast (navigating) or having knowledge at the ready (learning/remembering)?

From pushback to pushing forward: how to motivate your employees toward training and courses

Learning science

Learning and development is high on the agenda for lots of organizations. But not every employee jumps for joy at the idea of taking a course or training. There can even be some pushback. When it comes to personal growth or gaining new skills and expertise, employees are often enthusiastic and eager to learn. But professional development goes beyond that. Knowledge of less exciting topics, from legislation and regulations to safety and hygiene, needs to be up to scratch too. There is often less enthusiasm for these subjects. And when employees aren’t engaged in a topic, this is where pushback can arise, which can hinder the learning process. You want to avoid that of course, so we’ll share four tips on how to turn pushback into pushing forward.

What is microlearning and how do you best use it?

Learning science

Microlearning means learning in small doses at short intervals. This sounds easier than it actually is, because it does not mean reading half a chapter and leaving the other half for next week. So how do you use it properly and facilitate effective microlearning for employees?

6 Reasons Why You Should Comply with GDPR

Learning science

The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) came into force a few years ago with the aim of creating appropriate regulations for the digital age we live in. Often, implementing the regulation leads to real headaches. Nevertheless, it's important to emphasize and consider all the benefits it brings to companies. This way, it's not just about mere compliance with the regulation, but actually trying to implement it in the best possible way. That's why, in this article, we explain why your company should comply with GDPR and how it can achieve this.

Adjust to adaptive learning

Learning science

Adaptive learning. Everyone wants it, but few truly offer it.