1. Buddying

2. Study the finished work of others

Enablers:

1. Company culture

2. Shared drive & current SOP

   
   

Barriers:

1. unspoken rule

2. dynamics might have changed

   
   

1. Teaching Others

2. Trial and Error

Enablers:

1. Mentoring Programme for Beginning Teachers, Cross-deployed, experienced teachers who require further support. Partnership with Knowledgeable Others to improve Teaching and Learning.

2. Protected structured time for Professional Learning Teams to meet once a week (Timetabled as part of their teaching periods)

   
   

Barriers:

1. Knowledgeable others - (creating a schedule that best fits both parties)

2. Events that can disrupt the flow (e.g. internal Oral examinations, learning journeys)

   
   

1. Buddying

2. Trial and error

Enablers:

1. Receive compliments and recognition for job done by RO and colleagues

2. Create space for learning

   
   

Barriers:

1. Time constraints

2. People mindset

   
   

1. Individual reflection

2. Goal setting

Enablers:

1. Training budget

2. Forgiving environment

   
   

Barriers:

1. No time

2. Bosses who find learning is not important

   
   

1. Shadowing - learning how to scope WPL projects by observing how it is done by someone experienced.

2. Buddying - learning about organisation, SOPs

Enablers:

1. Patient RO - RO is always ready and patient to enable my learning to upskill

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Barriers:

1. Time constraints

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1. Study the finished work of others

2. Meetings

Enablers:

1. Open communication culture

2. Teamwork

   
   

Barriers:

1. Time constraints

2. Diversity in role

   
   

1. Coaching - Experienced teacher guiding teachers who teaches the subject for the first time via structure time & other support.

2. Study the finished work of others - Sharing of good practices in Teaching and Learning by study student's artifact, the teachers' feedback or marking or worksheets designed

Enablers:

1. Organization Culture that encourage learning

2. System and structure to allow learning to take place

   
   

Barriers:

1. Different individuals priority

2. Recognizing different people learn differently

   
   

1. Trial and Error

2. Teaching Others

Enablers:

1. Team is open to new ideas and willing to change

2. Two-way learning process

   
   

Barriers:

1. Different priorities

2. Communication

   
   

1. Coaching

2. Giving feedback

Enablers:

1. Leaders' coachng skills

2. Oepn engagenent and trust among people

   
   

Barriers:

1. Mindset of X-theory people

2. Lack of measurements to know outcomes of learning

   
   

1. Coaching

2. Deliberate Practice of Skills

Enablers:

1. Provide constructive feedback, supportive comments, demonstration etc.

2. Motivation, effort, reflection and feedback.

   
   

Barriers:

1. Closed mindset, attribution bias etc.

2. Indifference, no interest.

   
   

1. Meetings

2. Buddying

Enablers:

1. Policy

2. Established cadence (i.e. “rhythm of business”)

   
   

Barriers:

1. Lacking of clarity and explanation as to the “why”, therefore resulting in weak stakeholder buy-in

2. Lack of psychological safety so that individuals are willing to speak freely and openly

   
   

My thoughts:

Learning through observation

The experience taught me that through teamwork we can achieve greater synergy at work

Demonstration was shown. Steps were clearly demonstrated with explanation as to why certain steps are done. This give confidence. Feedback was also given which helps tremendously.

Engaging and Fun...learning experienced was a step-by-step process (missed out but reflecting from past experience) through Observation.

1. Doing Own Research

2. Discussion with Peers

3. Sequencing of tasks

4. Studying finished product of others

5. Trial and Error

Learning method: Doing own research

On the experience: Having no instructions pave way for self-exploratory. However, given the nature of some learners and their learning styles, giving some guidelines will help them in managing their learning process. The guidelines become even more important if the task is time specific.

1. Giving manual or guidance doesn't mean learning will take place effectively. Every learner is different and they learn differently.

2. While streamlining task may be more effective and faster, it also take away the chance for everyone to learn.

Workplace Method used:

1. Tricks of Trade

2. Study the finished work of others

adopted:

• Observing demonstrations.

• Trial and erro.

  
  

  My thoughts:

• Do not rush into solutioning. Understanding the problem / problem satement clearly must be the first step.

• Breaking a complex process into bite-size components will make things easier.

• Where possible, inject fun into a learning.

1. Doing own research, sequencing the tasks, peer discussions, studying the finished job of others

2. Conquer your fears. Some motivation (from others and myself) is needed to help overcome the fear, accept the challenge, and complete the task.

• WPL requires buy in from top management

• Very impactful to learn about the different methods of WPL

• Learnt about the various applications of WPL in different companies

• Mindset shift is crucial for both employers & employees in WPL

• Enjoyed the balloon making session very much - I will remember this session for many years to come, thank you Clare!

Thank you very much Clare :)

Workplace learning is a crucial element for continuous growth and innovation within any organization. It is not just a formal process but an entire learning ecosystem and its success depends on addressing both the human and organizational elements involved.

Workplace learning needs to be authentic, directly applicable and allow for the timely acquisition of knowledge with expert guidance readily available. Some ways to address challenges that may surface is to:

• break down complex processes

• foster a conducive learning environment, and not rushing to solutions are vital for effective learning

• consider various factors like access to learning resources, time for practice, and opportunities for observation and feedback to make learning successful

Workplace learning is one of the more effective ways in implementing interventions in addressing pain points in an organisation.

The various workplace learning methods shared today triggered a deeper reflection on past work experiences that justified on hindsight on certain happenings to why it happened and how it was resolved.

How various Workplace Learning Methods can be applied in our daily work. Sharing of experiences by classmates offered different POVs and become part of my learning process as well.

1. Recognising workplace learning methods i.e. observation, demonstration, feedback, scaffold and learning etc.

2. Understanding workplace learning enablers and challenges.

3. Considerations for workplace learning implementation i.e. People, Access to Learning, Resources and Time for Practice.

It is a continuous process cycle that needs to be integrated into our daily operations in work and personal life (e.g., a habit?). It can be complex due to external factors beyond one's control.