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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 ...