Here, we present a series of informative videos designed to equip you with strategies for success in the modern workplace. From harnessing the power of metacognition to mastering the art of spaced and retrieval practice, these resources are tailored to empower both employees and leaders with the tools they need for continuous improvement and effective skill development. Dive in to discover practical tips and insights that will elevate your learning journey at work.

While we experience a lot of learning in the workplace, the quality of our learning depends not just on external factors like who is teaching us or where we are learning, but also on internal mental processes. This inlcudes our own ability to recognise good learning strategies, regulate how well we apply them, and accurately gauge how much we know. These abilities fall under the banner of ‘Metacognition’. In other words, metacognition is what we’re doing when we’re thinking about our own thinking.

Video created by Ryan Jesson, School of Psychology

In the workplace, we all complete many tasks that require different levels of knowledge and skill. Retrieval Practice is a uniquely powerful learning method that can reveal gaps in our understanding and strengthen our memory so we can ultimately apply knowledge in an intuitive way.

Video created by Ryan Jesson, School of Psychology

Regardless of whatever industry or role we are in, there is always going to be a need for reskilling and upskilling, so we can build knowledge and skills to complete new tasks, use new technologies, and apply updated workplace protocols. But while we all understand that learning takes time, how and when that we spend that time can make a big difference to the quality of our learning.

Video created by Ryan Jesson, School of Psychology