Managing the forgetting curve is critical in training programs and life in general. Studies suggest that as much as 90 percent of information is forgotten within 30 days, and 70 percent of that loss happens within one day. Derek Smith reviews how corporate trainers are approaching this age-old problem.
Source: Training Industry, May/June 2018. Link.
To combat the forgetting process and get the highest level of learning retention out of your training content, be sure to offer small chunks of learning at a time, provide difficult quiz questions, and reinforce the learning with tests spaced out over time.
INSIGHTS: Animal health pros are continuously learning, or re-learning. The strategies in this article are helpful for salespersons, trainers, professors and seasoned employees. Use articles from AHD to start conversations and test knowledge in a team setting. You’ll likely be surprised to find out what has been forgotten.