UMBC Learning and Performance Technology

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Learning and Performance Technology (LAPT), formerly named ISD, is one of UMBC’s most established graduate programs. Our online certificates and Master’s programs provide an innovative and career-focused curriculum. We offer all courses in an online format to accommodate the schedules of busy working professionals. If you are interested in solving problems in organizations by designing, delivering, supporting, and measuring training, learning, and performance within organizations the LAPT graduate program at UMBC will prepare you to do exactly that.

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    Tailoring Workplace Training to Generational Preferences
    (i-manager, 2022-06) Berge, Zane L.; Garcia, Kristen M.; Graham, Michelle A.
    Given the array of generations in the workplace and the variety of learning theories and technological exposure across those generations, many instructional design professionals argue that training should be tailored to these differences. We were skeptical of this assertion and sought to explore evidence for improved effectiveness in tailoring training based on generational differences. Through a review of literature, we explored the variables creating differences across generations, including learning preferences, teaching methods, learning theories, technology, and motivation. We considered the impact of teaching methodologies during learners' formative years on their preferences for learning as adults. We found a lack of substantive evidence that generational differences supported the assertion that adapted training was necessary. The conclusion is that, while it is always important to conduct an audience analysis and to be familiar with the needs of learners for learning events, tailoring training specifically based on generation does not justify the investment of time and resources to improve the effectiveness of training.