A Modern Modality for Modern Learners

A Modern Modality for Modern Learners

Skillsoft
Published by: Research Desk Released: Aug 14, 2019

New research shows digital books provide unmatched richness and depth

Over the past few years, a lot has been written about millennials’ learning preferences and expectations. Millennials are becoming the largest element of the U.S. workforce—with massive breakthroughs in web, mobile and social technologies. Collectively, these forces have given rise to the concept of the “modern learner.” The definition of the modern learner transcends generational groups and represents today’s busy, distracted, upwardly-mobile professional.

Skillsoft embarked on the company’s most extensive analysis to date of consumption patterns, user preferences and content modalities. The study included a survey of 2,000 end users, 16 client interviews and a deep analysis of millions of usage patterns. The research was conducted over a 3-month period where they distilled the data into a set of key findings— findings which may surprise you.