The Skills Revolution - Taking a Personalised Approach to Skills Development is Essential
Vanessa Wainwright
2030 Skills Mission to democratise access for 100 million people to learning and inclusive opportunities through the Skills Passport
Skills development is a crucial aspect of personal and professional growth, as it enables individuals to acquire new knowledge and abilities that can help them succeed in their chosen field. However, not all individuals learn and develop skills in the same way or at the same pace. That's why a personalised approach to skills development is necessary for individuals to achieve their full potential. In this newsletter, we will discuss why skills development needs to be a personalised journey.
The dynamic work environment is consistently demanding that employees are at the top of their learning curve. Organisations also realise the impact of a ‘one size fits all’ approach perilously cascading to reduce employee engagement and productivity. Adopting a personalised learning approach, in which the pace of learning and the instructional approach are optimised for the needs of each learner can be a great differentiator for organisations in creating a meaningful impact in employee engagement and retention.
This personalisation extends not only to the topics presented to the learner, but the formats in which learning content is presented, the learning environment (e.g. you can learn when and where you want), and more. Each of these topics are discussed in more detail below:
Every individual has their own learning style, which determines how they best acquire and retain new information. Some individuals are visual learners and need to see things in order to understand them, while others are auditory learners and need to hear information in order to comprehend it. Still, others are kinaesthetic learners who would rather perform a physical activity to learn something, as an active participant, instead of passively listening to a lecture or watching a demonstration. They feel that the best way of learning something new is by having your hands-on those things you are trying to learn. A personalised approach to skills development takes into account these different learning styles and provides tailored learning experiences that cater to each individual's preferred way of learning.
2. Unique Goals and Needs:
Another reason why a personalised approach to skills development is essential is that individuals have unique goals and needs. For instance, a person who wants to develop their leadership skills will have different goals and needs compared to someone who wants to learn a new programming language. A personalised approach takes into account these individual goals and needs and provides tailored learning experiences that address them directly.
3. Maximises Efficiency:
A personalised approach to skills development also maximises efficiency. When individuals are provided with a learning experience that is tailored to their unique needs, they are more likely to learn and retain information effectively. This means that they can develop their skills faster and more efficiently than they would with a one-size-fits-all approach.
4. Encourages Self-Motivation:
Finally, a personalised approach to skills development encourages self-motivation. When individuals are given control over their learning experience and can see the progress they are making towards their goals, they are more likely to stay engaged and motivated. This can lead to higher levels of satisfaction with the learning experience and a greater sense of accomplishment when the desired skill has been developed.
Conclusions
A personalised approach to skills development is essential for individuals to achieve their full potential. It takes into account their unique learning styles, goals, and needs, maximises efficiency, and encourages self-motivation. By providing tailored learning experiences, individuals can develop their skills faster and more efficiently and ultimately achieve their personal and professional goals.
Everyone has unique strengths, weaknesses, learning styles, and goals, and a one-size-fits-all approach to skill development simply cannot meet the individual needs of each learner.
Therefore, personalised skill development enables learners to focus on areas where they need improvement, learn at their own pace, and receive feedback that is tailored to their specific needs. This can lead to more effective learning outcomes and better retention of knowledge and skills. Furthermore, personalised skill development can help learners identify their strengths and interests, which can guide their career paths and lead to greater job satisfaction and success.
In today's rapidly changing world, where new technologies and trends emerge constantly, continuous learning and skill development are crucial for staying competitive in the job market. A personalised approach to skill development can help individuals stay ahead of the curve and adapt to new challenges and opportunities throughout their careers.
How Abodoo Can Help
Introducing the Digital Skills Passport with an integrated learning solution that provides users with the opportunity to identify, manage, and keep a track of their skills and professional experiences. Users can plan, navigate, and access learning and career development opportunities using personalised learning recommendations at a time that best suits them.
By
Fiona Whelan and Vanessa Tierney
Director of Education and Skills and CEO
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