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Introduction to Learning Transfer and Life Long Learning (3L)

University of California, Irvine

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Learn how to identify the enablers and barriers to learning transfer. Use your own experience to categorise the processes and activities involved in learning and transferring that learning into practice. There are many criteria against which the success of training and development activities can be judged. One of the most important, however, is learning transfer. Ultimately, the success of any given training and/or development program is reflected in whether or not what is learned is applied on the job. Organisations - and indeed trainees themselves - invest large amounts of time, effort, and resources in work-related training and generally expect to see this manifested in some way back in the work setting (e.g. as observable changes to how work is conducted). However, many organisations and their people view the likelihood of transfer of training more in hope than expectation. This course will show you how to approach the goal of improving learning transfer in your organisation.

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Beginner Level

Approx. 6 hours to complete

English

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Mike Smith

Director at Learning Transfer Solutions Global

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Carolyn Dare

Learning Transfer Consultant

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University of California, Irvine

Since 1965, the University of California, Irvine has combined the strengths of a major research university with the bounty of an incomparable Southern California location. UCI’s unyielding commitment to rigorous academics, cutting-edge research, and leadership and character development makes the campus a driving force for innovation and discovery that serves our local, national and global communities in many ways.

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Syllabus - What you will learn from this course

Week1

Week 1

1 hour to complete

Introduction and Course Overview

Learn how to identify the enablers and barriers to learning transfer. Use your own experience to categorise the processes and activities involved in learning and transferring that learning into practice. There are many criteria against which the success of training and development activities can be judged. One of the most important, however, is learning transfer. Ultimately, the success of any given training and/or development program is reflected in whether or not what is learned is applied on the job. Organisations - and indeed trainees themselves - invest large amounts of time, effort, and resources in work-related training and generally expect to see this manifested in some way back in the work setting (e.g. as observable changes to how work is conducted). However, many organisations and their people view the likelihood of transfer of training more in hope than expectation. This course will show you how to approach the goal of improving learning transfer in your organisation.

1 hour to complete

2 videos (Total 17 min), 2 readings

1 hour to complete

Learning Review

Reflecting upon and reviewing your own experience attending a training programme, the time line technique enables you to understand all the stages in the design and delivery of a learning intervention and places you back in the seat of a learner. In reviewing the three phases of learning transfer (before, during, and after the learning intervention), you will be able to isolate the significant contributions that enable you to be fully effective and efficient in transferring your learning.

1 hour to complete

3 videos (Total 11 min), 4 readings, 1 quiz

3 videos

Learning Review 1 - What is Learning Transfer?4mLearning Review 2 - Reflections on a Learning Experience3mLearning Review 3 - Structure for Supporting Learning Transfer3m

4 readings

What is Learning Transfer?5mReflections on a Learning Experience5mStructure for Supporting Learning Transfer5mLearning Transfer Reflection Form - Needed for Question in the Quiz2m

1 practice exercise

Learning Review Quiz30m

Week2

Week 2

2 hours to complete

Module 1: Fundamental Concepts and Definitions

Research in learning transfer has accelerated over the last 10 years as business, healthcare, and education have been questioning whether their investment in learning and development is bearing fruit. Learning transfer is not something that happens only at the end of a learning process; the ability to transfer is vested in every stage and requires an understanding of not only what we learn but how we learn.

2 hours to complete

7 videos (Total 39 min), 7 readings, 1 quiz

7 videos

Defining Learning Transfer5mThree Key Components of Learning Transfer6mBehavioural Change4mA Medical Model of Learning Transfer3mMotivation to Learn9mLearning Preferences, Strategies, and Styles5mLearning Transfer Complexity and Module 1 Summary3m

7 readings

Defining Learning Transfer5mThree Key Components of Learning Transfer5mBehavioural Change5mA Medical Model of Learning Transfer5mMotivation to Learn5m• Learning Preferences, Strategies, and Styles5mLearning Transfer Complexity and Module 1 Summary5m

1 practice exercise

Fundamental Concepts and Definitions30m

Week3

Week 3

3 hours to complete

MODULE 2: LEARNING TRANSFER SYSTEM INVENTORY (LTSI)

Among the many factors that influence learning transfer, 16 make up the Learning Transfer System Inventory as established by Professor Ed Holton and his research team. These factors are categorised under three headings: capability, motivation, and work environment. This module describes these factors (and the corresponding categorizations) and how they affect the likelihood of success of a learning intervention.

3 hours to complete

15 videos (Total 53 min), 15 readings, 2 quizzes

15 videos

Learning Transfer and Impact: Introduction to the LTSI4mContent Validity1mTransfer Design2mPersonal Capacity2mOpportunity to Use2mMotivation to Transfer1mLearner Readiness2mPerformance Self-Efficacy6mTransfer Effort – Performance Expectations; Outcome Expectations3mManager Support and Sanctions4mPeer Support2mPersonal Outcomes Positive/Negative2mPerformance Coaching2mResistance to Change2mConclusion7m

15 readings

Content Validity5mTransfer Design5mPersonal Capacity5mOpportunity to Use5mMotivation to Transfer5mLearner Readiness5mPerformance Self-Efficacy5mTransfer Effort – Performance Expectations; Outcome Expectations5mManager Support and Sanctions5mPeer Support5mPersonal Outcomes – Positive; Personal Outcomes – Negative5mPerformance Coaching5mResistance to Change5mConclusion (Lecture Slides)10mREAD THIS before starting the quizzes.3m

2 practice exercises

LTSI Quiz Part 1: Identifying Barriers to Learning Transfer30mLTSI Quiz Part 2: Actions to Lower Barriers to Learning Transfer30m

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TOP REVIEWS FROM INTRODUCTION TO LEARNING TRANSFER AND LIFE LONG LEARNING (3L)

by SMMay 8, 2020

It will definitely help me in my career as an L&D specialist. It talks about very practical aspects of Learning transfer and how to make the training programs effective and achieve its intended goals.

by MMJan 12, 2023

Great course. Reinforcement of what I have been fighting for in Learning & Development.

by KBOct 5, 2021

Practical steps for creating learning programs that will promote transfer.

by SSJun 10, 2020

Very effective program into both ways as a trainer and trainee.

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