Paul Welty, PhD AI, WORK, AND STAYING HUMAN

The Modern Learning Ecosystem Framework

The Modern Learning Ecosystem Framework
Explore the Modern Learning Ecosystem Framework to enhance workplace learning, making support accessible anytime, anywhere for all organizations.

The article discusses the Modern Learning Ecosystem (MLE) Framework, a practical approach to workplace learning that emphasizes making learning and support available when and where people need it. The framework is technology, industry, and budget agnostic and can be applied by any organization. The article also provides recommended readings, downloads, and presentations related to the MLE Framework. The author, JD Dillon, is a veteran talent development leader and author of the book “The Modern Learning Ecosystem: A New L&D Mindset for the Ever-changing Workplace.”

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