Learning on Demand

Learning on Demand

Term explanation

Definition and meaning

Learning on demand is an approach in which learners access educational content whenever they choose, rather than following a fixed schedule. Content is typically available as pre-recorded videos, e-courses, or interactive modules accessible 24/7. This format suits self-directed learners and organizations that need training available across different time zones. It contrasts with synchronous learning, where all participants engage at the same time.

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Virtual Reality

In a learning context, virtual reality (VR) creates immersive, simulated environments in which learners can practice skills, explore scenarios, or experience situations that would be difficult, expensive, or dangerous to replicate in real life. VR training is used in industries such as healthcare, aviation, manufacturing, and emergency services. By placing learners inside a realistic environment, VR significantly increases engagement, retention, and the transfer of skills to real-world performance.

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AI Grounding

AI grounding is the process of anchoring an AI system's outputs to verified, real-world data rather than relying solely on knowledge encoded during model training. A grounded AI retrieves relevant, up-to-date information from external sources before generating a response. This significantly reduces the risk of AI hallucinations and ensures that outputs are accurate, current, and contextually relevant — a critical requirement for enterprise AI applications where factual reliability is non-negotiable. Grounding is a core technique used in LLM-powered systems.

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.ppsx file extension

A .ppsx file is a PowerPoint show file that opens directly in slideshow mode, skipping the editing interface. Unlike .pptx files, which open in the editor, a .ppsx starts the presentation immediately when double-clicked. This makes it ideal for distributing finalized presentations to audiences who only need to view the content. The .ppsx format replaced the older .pps format introduced in Office 2007.

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Listening

Listening is a very important part of communication. To be good in communication you need to be a good listener. That doesn't mean just hearing what the other person is saying. But you need to listen active, engage your mind and intently focus on what your talking partner is saying.

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