m learning: a corporate perspective

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M-Learning : A Corporate Perspective

Mobile Tablet

Watch? Glasses?

M-Learning

www.xlprotraining.com

http://www.xlprotraining.com/


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A brief introduction





+XLPro Training Solutions Pvt. Ltd. Founded in 2005 as “Cynosure Consulting”

Became “XLPro Training Solutions Pvt. Ltd.” in 2011

Core Competency: Corporate E-Learning

Based at Mumbai & Bengaluru (India)

Delivering E-Learning solutions to clients globally





+Our Capabilities

End-to-end “Turnkey Solutions” in E-Learning Gamified E-Learning Solutions E-Learning Games & Assessments M-Learning Solutions Interactive Animation Wide array of e-learning courses developed

for every context





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M-Learning:A Corporate Perspective





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Derived from the word mobility and hence often used in context of learning “on the go”.

It is also defined as e-learning which can be accessed over a mobile device.

But M-Learning is definitely much more!

Common Opinions about M-Learning





+M-Learning

M-learning or mobile learning is defined as "learning across multiple contexts, through social and content interactions, using personal electronic devices.”

-Wikipedia





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It is learner centric and not device centric. Quite Informal & Social Personalised Anytime, Anywhere Learning Poratble, Convenient Drives continuous performance support to

the workforce rather than considering learning as a separate event.

M-Learning





+KYD: Know Your Device Mobile Phones

Audio, text, video, photos (camera) Smartphones

Apps, almost a computer Tablets

Apps, almost a computer E-book readers

Reading Mp3 Players and i-Pods

Videos, Audio www.xlprotraining.com




+ M-Learning in the Corporate ContextDefined and Planned Learning with

consistent and constant engagement/practice

On-demand knowledge





+Common M-Learning approaches A strategic bouquet of induced actions and interactions predominantly comprising of:

Videos Interactive appsChats/discussionsLive forumsPhotos/video shareLMS content





+Blend it for best results

LMS based E-Learning courses + M-LearningClassroom training + M-LearningLive online session + M-LearningClassroom training + E-Learning + M-

Learning





+Getting Started with M-Learning

What are the objectives of the particular “learning intervention”?

What is the objective you wish to achieve by M-Learning in this context?

How do you intend to engage “M-Learning” to achieve the objective?





+Getting Started with M-Learning

Understand the technological landscape of your organization

What devises do the learners use? What technology does the organization

permit/support?

Encourage learners to make suggestions





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M-Learning Vs

Responsive Learning

What exactly do you need?





+Don’t Reinvent the wheel

Look around the internet for ready-to use apps and m-learning solutions.Eg. Language learning with Duolingo





+M-Learning Strategy

AudienceContent + DistributionSocial EngagementTechnology





+Whose time is it?

M-Learning usually happens in the personal-time of the learner:

Make it worth it! Easy and Interesting Social Interactions Shares & Likes Short and Sweet : Max 5 minutes





+Cool StuffBeyond “Bells & Whistles”

Geo-location features Games or Gamification Push Reminders Click-Share Interactive Voice menus





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Corporate M-Learning Scenarios





+Scenario-1: Compliance Learning Examples

POSH Information Security

Why M-Learning? Higher top-of-the-mind recall Higher confidence to report an incident Sharing becomes easy

Click and Post (both good and bad) Share 2 Care





+Scenario-2: Employee Induction

Pre-Induction, Induction & Post Induction

Information overload

Why M-Learning? Induces practice Better collaboration and communication among

peers and across divisions Higher Recall





+Scenario-2: Employee Induction

“Pushed” quizzes and snippets

Query handling “on-the-go”

Games with leaderboards : Fundamental clarity and recall





+Scenario-3: FMCG Field Sales

Product detailing and order booking

Already has a tab (usually)

Why M-Learning To avoid “Karna Astras”

Quick reference for new product and specific features

Can also use to educate the retailer on features and benefitswww.xlprotraining.co

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+Scenario-3: FMCG Field Sales contd. Closed group makes easy sharing of common

objections/question and situations

Good for providing updates on learning-product and sales techniques: Pushed tips Snaps clicked and shared Collaboration & Competitions





+Scenario-4: Interviewing Skills What is the objective of the intervention? Why M-Learning?

Record and send for review/share for peer review

Pushed tips help recall and focus better –as a habit

Quick interaction with peers/experts on critical matters- as they arise (immediately after one interview and before another!)

Mastering interviewing skills takes a lot of practice. M-Learning helps practice happen diligently.





+Advantages of M-Learning Can enhance interaction between and among

learners and trainers. Great for just-in-time training or review of

content. Support differentiation of individual learning

needs and personalized learning. Quick feedback or reinforcement can be

facilitated through mobile devices. Excellent for consistent practice leading to

higher retention, recall and application. www.xlprotraining.com




+Challenges in M-Learning Internet Connectivity Battery life! Screen sizes Content security Frequent changes in technology Jostles /competes for attention and time with

Social sites like FB etc. Too many distractions : Lesser dedicated

attention spanwww.xlprotraining.com




+Summary

M-Learning: More than Learning

Learn to do; not just to learn





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Thank you!





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