Here are some online resources about this Foo Foo/ Myth…
DO GENERATIONAL DIFFERENCES MATTER IN INSTRUCTIONAL DESIGN?*
2006. By: P R O F E S S O R T H O M A S C . R E E V E S – University of Georgia
This paper addresses:
The following questions are addressed in this paper: • What chronological schemes are used to distinguish among the various generations (e.g., Baby Boomers, Generation X, and the Net Generation) in today’s workplace? • What is known about the differences among the generations with respect to values, work habits, and motivators in the workplace? • What is known about differences among the generations in today’s workplace across gender, race, and socioeconomic status? • What is known about the differences in technology skills and information literacy among Baby Boomers, Generation X, and the Net Generation? • What is known about the preferences for different approaches to training among Baby Boomers, Generation X, and the Net Generation? • What evidence can be found for the differential efficacy of various pedagogical approaches (instructional models) for educating, training, and supporting the performance of workers belonging to Generation X and the Net Generation? • What evidence can be found for the differential efficacy of various learning technologies for educating, training, and supporting the performance of workers belonging to Generation X and the Net Generation?
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Janet Clarey on: Multiple Generational Learning in the Workplace
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Learning_Model_Clark_Final
Richard E. Clark clark@usc.edu Center for Cognitive Technology
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From Marci Paino writing for Chief Learning Officer November 15, 2911 –
Another E-Learning and Gen Y Myth Debunked here.
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CLO Magazine
Contrary to the headlines about generational differences, new research on learning needs and retention reveals shared views on workplace training and technology across generations.
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Fight the Foo Foo
My book on HPT for managers without using that jargon!
Click on graphic to enlarge.
For more info about this book, please go – here.
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Please add additional resources – about “evidence” and not just “opinions” – either way – in the comments section below.
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