Author: Emma Mcvearry

For many, just the thought of it can trigger a wave of nerves and anxiety. Whether it’s presenting in front of a boardroom, addressing a large audience, or even just speaking up during meetings, the fear of judgment and making mistakes can feel overwhelming. But fear not!

In today’s digital era, the way we learn is undergoing a seismic shift. With the global e-learning market estimated to reach a staggering $345 billion by 2025 (Smith & Johnson, 2022), virtual education has become an indispensable part of our lives. In this post, we explore the realm of adult learning in the virtual world, showcasing the power of technology to enhance educational outcomes. Join us as we navigate through the theories, advantages, and challenges of online learning, providing valuable insights for adults seeking to embrace the opportunities of virtual education.

There’s a place for every type of learning in the business world. Each modality has its advantages and disadvantages. Four professionals deeply immersed in learning and development (L&D) methodologies identify some distinct advantages to interactive group learning.

An instructor sang a refrain from an African American spiritual directly related to that day’s history lesson. A student filmed and posted to social media. In reaction to the viral video, the administrators required sensitivity training for the instructor.

Many of us embark on the age-old new year’s tradition of setting resolutions — however, how often do we actually stick to the commitments we hope to accomplish? Roughly 80 percent of people who create well-intentioned yearly resolutions have abandoned them by the second week of February.

Here at LifeHikes®, we say that feedback is a gift. During our professional training, we encourage everyone to not only ask for feedback on their presentations but to demand it. Insights from others are important because they can help us see elements of our communication style – verbal and nonverbal – that we cannot always see.