Informal Learning
Aug 31, 2021
When you think of the concept of learning, what do you imagine? Courses,
instructors, exams, assignments? These are all substantial aspects of learning,
but in truth, learning isn’t always so by the numbers. Informal learning is a
type of learning that happens every day, whether we realize it or not. Organic,
unstructured, and learner-driven, informal learning theory is thought to be
how we, as humans, learn around 90% of the time.
In recent years organizations have started to become more aware of the value
of educating their employees, developing formal learning courses within their
organization. But, smart businesses are now beginning to see the value of
nurturing informal training too. Here’s our guide to what informal learning is,
the positive effects it has on employee training, and how you can foster an
informal learning environment in your workplace.
