Great changes are occurring in learning and performance programs. Learner demographics are evolving, fiscal concerns are rising, and technological developments are increasing to impact current programs. As information and communication increase, organizations continue to rethink and review learning and performance objectives. Social and collaborative online resources are rapidly emerging to enhance and connect learners. Emerging technologies in the last five to eight years, such as wikis, blogs, digital media, social networking, open source, and mobile applications have created a different dynamic for learning performance beyond the traditional educational experience. Shifting technological trends have altered how these learning and performance opportunities will occur, and how to best engage individuals in both content and experience. Learning and performance leaders are strongly encouraged to embrace these new challenges and to produce best practices for learning and performance innovation. Innovations in learning and performance possess the ability to enhance academic programs which encourage educators, businesses, and other stakeholders to reach their objectives. This chapter will address the subject of learning and performance innovation as it directly relates to educators, training personnel, performance specialists, and leaders. Further, this chapter will broaden the definition of innovation to include the utilization of theory, system, processes, and tools that advance society by improving skill sets, promoting global and local connectivity, and increasing productivity and knowledge. © 2012 by IGI Global. All rights reserved.
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