Is Spoon-Feeding Resources Stopping Us from Learning? Let's Discuss!

Hi, in this website, people ask for anything like Salary Structure, Attendance, Payroll, Leave sheet, etc., and seniors provide everything. People get everything very easily. Don't you think that due to this spoon-feeding, people will not learn on their own? Help should be asked only for something which you cannot do. But here, people just don't try and ask for even small ready-made stuff without even trying to make it. According to me, guidance should be provided on how to make things, etc., but the final product should not be provided. What do you guys think about it?

I think you are right, but what's the harm in helping? If you want some money, do you use an ATM or go to the bank for withdrawal? In a busy schedule, if we can get things easily, then there should be no harm. But, of course, like traditional learning says, learn by doing. One obviously gains more benefits by doing it themselves.

Anyways, in this fast-paced life, I believe in ATMs and not withdrawals from banks and waiting long hours in queues. What about you guys?

Good point, Riyaz. But I still believe at least small things should not be asked. Ask for something that is beyond your understanding, rather than something that is easy, quick, and for learning purposes. Come on, guys, speak up.

Understanding Different Levels of Comprehension

How will you justify the status which is out of your understanding? The level of understanding differs from individual to individual. In the same way, the definition of "easy" also changes. For experienced people, a query may be easy, but not for a fresher. As Riyaz said, in this busy life, this site gives us the opportunity to save time and provides the desired answers. We also share our experiences, which are helpful in the learning process. So, I guess this is the perfect platform to share knowledge.

On one side, when you have short deadlines to meet and need to complete work in new areas, proving your worth for the assigned job can be a mammoth task. Some guidance is most welcome in such situations. However, I consider a person's innocence when mentioning these challenges. On the contrary, the mentality of copying ready-made material without research, analysis, and any additional insights is quite discouraging. Such actions should be avoided. I suggest assessing a person's eagerness to learn and work hard. Sharing information gradually, based on their receptiveness, is beneficial. The concept of knowledge sharing is truly functional in this context.

Regards,
From Mumbai

I completely agree with 'New 2 HR'. This is exactly what I think should be done. Spoon-feeding shouldn't be done. We always teach our child to walk on his/her own and we let go of their hands, knowing that they might fall down. We stay close by in case of need, but if we always hold their hand, they'll never be able to walk on their own legs because they know someone is supporting them and will never try to walk independently. This is the whole idea behind spoon-feeding. We are here to assist others in a way that helps them learn.

We all have our own opinions, but we all, at some point in time, reach a plateau period or often a deadline that, if not accomplished, could be detrimental. Thus, extended help should be utilized, but one must avoid plagiarism. Before adopting any resource material, one must check for its authenticity. Guys, we are all here for serious business; let us learn from this portal in a positive sense. No offense to anybody.

Regards

Hi there, I look at it differently. Helping people by providing information gives me the opportunity to search for information, learn something new, widen my knowledge, and get the benefit of helping someone, even if it means I have to spoon-feed or give information to the other person on a golden plate. Besides, they asked for it, what's the harm? It's just information.

Regards

As HR professionals, it is common for freshers to seek guidance as they embark on their careers. I agree with Sameer that knowledge increases through sharing. It's important to note that learning is not about spoon-feeding; not everyone has the same capabilities when it comes to acquiring information through social interactions.

Hello everybody,

I believe there is nothing wrong in asking even a simple question in this forum. Even though one asks simple questions here, he has to practically apply the same in his daily work. Hence, one can learn a lot by way of interaction here in this forum.

Thanks,
Shreekanth.P.R

Is that necessary for you? This is not easy; making people do it, but people share their feelings and requirements, and share their views with others. So, you just mind your work, okay.

Let's not forget that even when hundreds of books are available everywhere, people, especially children, need mentors and teachers. Also, CiteHR provides guidelines. If we send out formats and policies, the other side may argue that every business process and even industries in the same functional area practice things differently. Therefore, even when an outline is available, people have to use their brains to customize it to meet their needs. There's no harm in helping; people learn only when they have something to learn from.

Hi all, This is not only a site for experienced HR professionals, but also a place where we are responsible for helping one another. Sometimes we may not provide all the details as you mentioned, but we can share whether a topic has already been discussed in this forum or not. They themselves can search and find out. If we do not do this, then who will?

Thank you.

Hi Riya,

It is rightly said by Riyaz & Sonya that Cite HR is used to sort out all HR-related issues. In fact, I myself gained a lot of knowledge from this website.

Hi,

Let others get what they want instantly so that they can concentrate on something big and complex. This site has been very helpful in getting information. I thank all of them who share their knowledge.

I completely agree with Riyaz. I don't think that providing ready information is spoon-feeding anyone. If the person who receives the information is smart enough, they will surely involve themselves in reading more material as and when they have time. Look at me; since I got to know about CiteHR, I started reading lots of things, and now I gain lots of ideas and knowledge through reading this stuff. "Gyaan baatney se hi gyaan badhta hai," and you know, sometimes you get someone who asks something which is knowledgeable for many people who never thought of asking such things.

Good show, guys! Keep it up.

Hi everybody,

People ask for help depending on their understanding and experience, so we cannot say that anything asked is silly or easy. It is my request to all seniors to help people.

Thanks and Regards,
Raghuvirkadam

Hi, this type of spoon-feeding is used to gather knowledge for beginners. Sometimes even professionals may miss certain points when providing exact answers. They will realize something when they read and recall some quotes as they go through things. There is no boundary to learning, so providing answers to small questions benefits beginners. How they learn anything themselves, "to know anything, one needs support," can't open the lock without a key.

Once a person gets the information or required format from an available source, they have learned that thing and, in the future, they will modify it according to their capability. Even when we ask teachers for help in crafting the perfect answer, what's the issue if we share our knowledge with others? Each chair teaches everything on its own.

If you can complete your studies by just providing yourself with the necessary books from basics to advanced, then why don't you go through them and surpass our schooling and college studies? Why is education in schools and colleges mandatory? Doesn't it seem like spoon-feeding to you, Riah?

Not everyone has the same level of maturity in every aspect. Mentalities differ, people differ, tastes and habits differ, growing environments differ, qualifications differ, experiences differ, exposure differs, skills differ, grasping power differs, and many more differences exist from person to person.

There is nothing wrong for optimistic individuals to share their views, help, and assist others even in trivial matters and provide guidance. The same individual may not ask the same question again because they find a solution and gain experience. So, where do we encounter the problem?

Therefore, let us think positively.

Regards,
CRK

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For some extent, you are right. But many fresh HR professionals benefit from this forum. For example, during my postgraduate studies, if I had a doubt, I would refer to this site only. Many times, referring to textbooks is not sufficient for us. Through textbooks, we can gain theoretical knowledge, but where do we acquire practical knowledge? Currently, I am looking for a job. To equip myself, I am regularly referring to this site. If I get a job, I will definitely inform all the members on this site.

Regards,
Indhu.

Dear riah1507,

Knowledge level depends on learning by individuals and experience. To gather knowledge, humans refer to a lot of primary and secondary data. We can't expect expertise from a fresher or a student. Therefore, seniors are doing an excellent job by providing guidance and sharing information. We should be thankful to them.

Thank you.

Key to success is not about knowing the subject, but how you implement it.

I do not think there is any harm in giving information. At the end of the day, performance depends on how you execute things.

Dear riah1507,

I understand that threads and queries are answered on citehr.com, but you must also understand that I have observed many members who do not spoon-feed but instead guide others to find the answers themselves. It is a common human tendency to seek solutions, answers, comments, feedback, etc., quickly and easily, whether in an emergency or not. I hope I have clearly expressed my viewpoint, and it serves as a resolution to your query.

Thank you.

Hmmm... great response to my thread. Thanks to all of you for your inputs. I agree with all of you and understand your points. However, I would still like to stick to my perspective. Let me elaborate; for instance, I need to prepare a salary structure. I know how to insert text in a cell, change the background, alter the font, insert numbers, etc., but I am not familiar with creating formulas.

My Plan for Learning Formulas

My plan is to start by laying out the basics of what I already know and then request the necessary formulas that I require. By doing this, I aim to enhance my practical understanding of applying formulas. This is the concept I am trying to convey to you all.

Why are you expecting formulas from others? Create them on your own. Use your brain as if it were an Excel sheet; it doesn't matter. Now, how can you expect help at your level when junior or fresher employees ask for help at their level.