Over the past few years, game based learning has been making a revolution in the education and training industry. Motion based learning is one among the latest ways in which games become an integral part of learning.
In motion based learning, the motion of the learner can be studied and suitable inferences be made. The advantages of motion-based learning can be deployed in a corporate scenario for organizational training and individual needs. The role of motion based learning is as follows:
Sales function and Motion based learning: While certain skills like presentation skills can be passed on from trainer to learner, it is by motion based learning that learners can practice the skills they have learnt. These include skills like posture, body language, communication skills, facial expression, flair in presentation, etc. Real time feedback is provided so that learners get multiple opportunities to perfect their skills. A simulated, real life scenario is made available for sales training.
Operations function and motion based learning: One can learn how to operate machines via motion based learning by providing a simulated platform of a real life scenario. One can even hone complex skills like medical surgeries. Training in safety operations can also be provided.
Human resources and motion based learning: Usually organizations conduct paper based psychometric tests to evaluate personality traits of a fresh recruit or candidate. But motion based psychometric tests go further by demonstrating response of candidate to real life like situations. This is a proper evaluation of the capabilities of the recruit using which the HR department can assign him suitable role in the organization. Induction programs also find motion based learning useful by providing virtual tour of the organization or orienting one to a foreign location.
Special needs and motion based learning: Training courses for handicapped employees could be developed using motion based technology where the course would be tailored to the special needs of the learner. For example, motion based training can identify hand gestures to tailor a particular course to an interface of sign language to suit a handicapped learner.
The main benefit of motion based learning is the chance for experiential learning so that learners become more efficient by leaps and bounds. Game based learning companies are developing motion based learning programs for corporate use. They are the latest trend in the training sector.