Preply report finds a growing gap in workforce learning
With the widespread adoption of AI, workers have never had more ways to learn. The harder question is whether all that learning is making them better at what they do.
TL;DR
- The 'Progress Gap' describes the difference between knowing information and being able to use it in practical situations.
- While AI offers unprecedented access to knowledge, it doesn't guarantee improved ability.
- A Preply report found 82% of workers acknowledge more learning methods, yet 63% feel they are learning without actual improvement.
- Gen Z, despite high AI adoption, experiences the largest Progress Gap, with 71% feeling busy learning without enhancing capabilities.
- Learners prefer AI to support their education rather than lead it, with hands-on experience being the most valued learning method.
- Combining AI with human tutors is presented as a complementary approach to bridge the Progress Gap by facilitating practice and feedback.