Demotivating learners
We could demotivate you by giving a long list here! But instead here is a summary of what we think are the main demotivators for learners.
The training itself:
- The training is at too high or low a level.
- Learners have been compelled to attend the training without the reasons for their participation being adequately explained.
- The topic appears irrelevant to the learners.
- The trainer has not outlined clearly at the start of the training what the specific learning objectives are.
- The training is delivered badly.
- The learning environment is poor.
The learner:
- Learners have had previous negative experiences at school, college or of workplace training.
- Learners are distracted by problems unconnected with the learning.
We will now look at each of these in more detail, starting with the Level of training ...
