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Learning and development: moving towards a blended approach
Joe Pickard March 10, 2021 (Last Updated March 10th, 2021 14:07)
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In February, Nexia International appointed Alastair McTavish as its new learning and development (L&D) manager. Joe Pickard speaks to him to find out more about the pandemic’s impact on the L&D process
The Accountant: How much of an impact have the various lockdowns across the globe had on CPD?
Alastair McTavish: I think it has increased the importance of having a digital and blended learning offering.
Many organisations rushed to transfer their face-to-face training into live virtual webinars, with varying levels of success. Like anything, people get better with experience and practice. The current situation is actually a great opportunity for organisations to reflect on their L&D strategy and speed up the digital transformation of their learning interventions.
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