In Rosevear’s paper, it stated that legacy LMSs can no longer meet the needs of the modern learner. I can share a real life case which happened recently in my work. We have been using Skillport to provide elearning on leadership and management training to our staff. Unfortunately, in recent staff survey, we are told that the learning is not effective to them since the design and delivery of this “traditional” elearning is rather boring to the learners, and they look for something more interactive and dynamic in nature. This is exactly what we refer to “learning experience platforms” in the tweet.
In considering McGraw-Hill Education’s third annual Workforce Readiness Survey in Conlan’s paper, I have doubt about 52 percent of students believing that their use of technology during college classes and study sessions will help them secure a job.
would it be only the technology in the class that helps? What about the society at large including the importance of social media and online communications? I would also question about the survey result, e.g. about background of students, what technology has it been applied in the class to have made the remarkable difference for the employer, and what kind of job nature do they prefer to.
Another interesting point is about digital communication and digital etiquette mentioned in Corbitt’s tweet. In digital education nowadays, we greatly rely on e-channels for communication. How to use the tools effectively and with respect is a key area to take note.
References:
Conlan, M. 2016. Technology Use Boosts Students’ Confidence in Their Job Prospects. EdTechHigher.
Rosevear, P. 2017. 5 Powerful Forces Shaping L&D in 2017 http://blog.grovo.com/5-powerful-forces-shaping-learning-development-2017/
Corbitt, A. 2017. 9 Elements of Digital Citizenship https://twitter.com/Alex_Corbitt/status/818658433406824448/photo/1?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw