Engagement is the key... and how to get it.

We're all about engagement and connections.

And, we happened to come across this article written by the folks at Lambda Solutions that not only speaks to the importance of engagement but also some solid strategies that our Project Leaders can take to ensure they are maximizing engagement.

Specifically, they identify 7 strategies. You can read the full article here.

1. Set Clear, Achievable, and Measurable Learning Objectives
2. Create Interactive Content
3. Use Gamification
4. Individualize Programming
5. Analyze Learner Behaviour
6. Keep Modules Short
7. Use Notifications

While the 7 strategies above all apply to the traditional (passive) online learning models, many of them are equally applicable within the Huddle Up platform as well - and we encourage our Project Leaders to seek out ways to implement them within the interactive cohorts that share ideas and feedback within Huddle Up.

How do we at Huddle Up view engagement?

We agree that there are strategies that can make traditional learning more engaging. But we also believe an equally important factor in engagement happens EARLIER in the process by addressing the following three aspects.

When we get the three questions above answered correctly, the learning is naturally much more engaging. Adding the 7 strategies into this environment is like frosting on the cake! (We like frosting too.)

Looking for ways to make your online experiences more engaging?

We encourage our Project Leaders to consider how they can use Huddle Up's interactive framework to make learning solution-focused and engaging. And, utilize the elements above to strengthen the online experiences you create.

You can learn more about Huddle Up's interactive model of engagement below.

Huddle Up Overview (0:40)

The Project Homepage: Navigation (2:12)

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