Why e-learning?
What is e-learning?
E-learning can mean a variety of different things to different people, but it is essentially the computer and network-enabled transfer of skills and knowledge. It can be self-paced or instructor-led and includes media in the form of text, image, animation, streaming video and audio.
Why e-learning?
E-learning can have many benefits. In times of recession, the case for e-learning becomes much stronger. Key benefits include:
- Low cost
- Fast delivery
- Consistent message throughout the organisation
- Self-paced
- Less time spent travelling to training locations
- Can be done at a time and place to suit the learner
- Lower environmental impact
E-Learning Statistics
- The UK e-learning industry was predicted to be worth around £472 million in 20101
- The UK remains the largest European market for e-learning1
- 54% increased use of e-learning2
- 31% of large organisations now use e-learning2
- 19% of medium sized organisations now use e-learning
- 19% of small sized organisations now use e-learning2
Blended Learning
Blended learning is becoming increasingly popular as organisations try to cut training costs whilst still meeting differing learners needs. Blended learning refers to the use of a range of different learning methods (online, face to face, books etc).
It can be an extremely useful pre or post training tool. If it is used for pre-training, such as prior to a face to face course, it carries the benefits of ensuring all learners are working from the same base level of knowledge before a classroom course. If it is used as a post-training tool, it can be an excellent method of enforcing the message of the classroom training and giving learners a reference point for future use.
Generic courseware can be very effective in blended learning, provided trainers ensure that the message between the different methods is consistent.
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