The Challenge with Innovative Learning. Recognising the Challenge. Partnership self directed learning communication learning support

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2 Our Learning Services team works in close partnership with our clients. We combine our expertise in instructional design, learning technologies and project management to analyse learner expectations, identify key performance requirements and drive behavioural change. The Challenge with Innovative Learning Recognising the Challenge The modern workplace is continuously evolving. There is less time between business technology refresh programmes, constant re-engineering of business processes, and an emergence of a You Tube and Facebook generation of employees. Keeping pace with these changes and a new generation which has grown up with technology is proving to be a growing challenge. This evolution creates many challenges for organisations, not least how to ensure the workforce has timely access to relevant knowledge to fulfil their roles. Furthermore, it is critical organisations leverage a return on investment for new business tools and technologies, and minimise the loss of productivity as their workforce transitions to new ways of working. At General Dynamics Information Technology we recognise that the learning landscape is changing as fast as the workplace in which it is delivered. Learners expect opportunities to master the new tools and technologies to improve their performance in real time. This poses a challenge for training. Traditional classroom learning is no longer necessarily the most efficient learning environment. The Generation Y workforce is plugged in; they have access to smartphones, tablets and expect the flexibility of learning on-demand at a pace that suits them. Our Learning Services team works in close partnership with our clients. We combine our expertise in instructional design, learning technologies and project management to analyse learner expectations, identify key performance requirements and drive behavioural change. Our learner-centred solutions optimise knowledge and skills transfer and reduce time to workforce effectiveness. General Dynamics Information Technology is a global company which has been providing learning services for more than 60 years, focussing on creating bespoke solutions for a diverse client base. Our numerous awards are testiment to our innovative methods, experienced staff and continuous commitment to our clients. Social media just-in-time-learning social learning Interactive e-books Expertise Mobile interactive e-guides Tablets Value virtual classroom new tools motivation Smart Phone On-demand business processes Management real time Facebook generation learner centric Infrastructure creation ONLINE blended e-learning Partnership self directed learning communication learning support

3 Develop learning objectives and select approach: Visual Design User interface & experience Prototyping Learning Strategy Identify learning pathways Apply instructional strategies to achieve intended learning goals. Knowledge transfer & communications plan Design Develop Create and test instructional training materials: Content Creation and Graphic Design Storyboarding Infrastructure creation Create materials & resources Create knowledge transfer instruments Create evaluation instruments Beta testing Pilot testing Analyse learner characteristics and task to be learned: Rapid Prototyping Assemble project partners Clarify instructional problem Establish learning goals and objectives Agree on learning environment(s) Confirm existing knowledge and skills Analyse Formative Evaluation Quality Control Intra Team Review Project Partner Review Client Sign-off Implement Deliver learning Content: Solution Deployment Train the trainer Event administration Kirkpatrick L1 & L2 Project scope definition: Identify Project Partners Stakeholders Subject matter experts Solution owners Initial Project Plan Key deliverables Milestones Risk mitigation Initiate & Plan Evaluate Assess achieved training goals: Summative Evaluation Kirkpatrick L3 & L4 Lessons learnt review Client sign off and handover Schedule Rapid Prototyping Session Definition Formative Evaluation: A range of formal and informal assessment and feedback procedures employed throughout the project lifecycle to improve quality and effectiveness of the learning solution and enhance knowledge and skills transfer. Kirkpatrick: A 4 level measurement of training impact. One Size Does Not Fit All Our Approach We understand that one size does not fit all, so we offer a range of training and learning solutions that integrate instructor-led and self-directed learning, tailored to each organisation s need. This may include any combination of the following: We utilise an agile version of the industry standard ADDIE 1 model. At the centre of this approach is a true partnership with our clients, involving subject matter experts, learners and business owners throughout the entire learning design life-cycle. This approach enables us to rapidly analyse and agree on learning goals, learning solutions and the most effective methods to deliver and evaluate them. 1 Instructor-led classroom training Formal train the trainer events Instructor led virtual classroom training Floor-walking/desk-side support Super users/change agents Training support desk E-learning modules Interactive show me demonstrations Role/activity based work instructions Asynchronous webinars User guides Interactive e-guides 1 The ADDIE model is a framework that sets out a generic process instructional designers and training developers use. ADDIE represents a guideline for building effective learning and performance support tools in five phases. Drop in surgeries Communications messages Interactive try it demonstrations Embedded user support Shared social media (Wikis, knowledge banks, etc.)

4 Delivering to International and UK Clients Clients General Dynamics Information Technology has been providing learning services and training solutions for clients in local government, central government and health. We have created learning solutions for national programmes as well as for large volume workforces such as contact centres and IT programmes. As a global company we have been providing learning services for more than 60 years where we focused on creating bespoke solutions for a diverse client base. Our clients include: The United Kingdom National Health Service Boeing Our Commitment The Health and Social Care Information Centre The United States Department of Commerce, Bureau of the Census The Kingdon of Saudi Arabia, Ministry of Interior Lambeth Living London Borough of Southwark The Office of National Statistics, United Kingdom Census 2011 Our focus on the convergence of instructor-led training with just-in-time performance support demonstrates that General Dynamics Information Technology understands the challenge of creating innovative learning in a changing landscape. This has been recognised by the numerous international awards we have received and through the UK Learning and Performance Institute accreditation. Vendor Innovation in Learning and Talent Management Top Content Development Company Gold Status Supplier for Training Services

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