How to promote incidental learning in others
- Teach people directly. If someone can learn something but don't try to do so intentionally, simply teach them what they need to know.
- Help people engage in incidental learning. Ask guided questions to help someone in a situation to think through what's happening.
- Drive people to situations where they can engage in incidental learning. If you want to help someone grow their vocabulary, encourage them to read or read intention-grabbing books to them.
- Prompt people to engage in incidental learning. Explain to someone what incidental learning is, why it’s beneficial, and how they can engage in it.
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