elearning - Learner Benefits

• Engages all the senses - it allows use of various techniques such as interactivity and multimedia.
• Accessibility -Training can be accessed conveniently either at home or in the office.
• Individual differences in learning styles can be taken into account through course design.
• More control of the learning process - a 60% faster learning curve as students are able to go back and reinforce learning points.
• Saves time -Learning can be put into practice straight away and continued by discussing with colleagues and line managers.
• Eliminates self consciousness – learners are often more comfortable learning online rather than as part of a group.
• No loss of earnings -Job or promotional prospects are improved without taking time off work to attend a college or training courses.
• Opportunity to develop a portfolio of training achieved which will improve future prospects.
• Learning can be refreshed at any point – learners can return to revise earlier points in the programme.
• Flexibility - Learners can ‘stop’ and ‘start’ their course at work or home if necessary i.e. due to staff shortage or other personal interruptions.

elearning - Manager’s Benefits

• Ease of distribution - Businesses can distribute training to multiple locations easily.
• Time management - Courses can be planned to be taken in shorter sessions and spread over days or weeks.
• Reduction in time spent on administration - The Learning Management System audits progress and can generate reports.
• No need for employee time off - Businesses don’t lose staff over a day or more through staff training.
• Rapid implementation - Staff can put their learning into practice straight away whilst continuing to train.
• Always up to date -Lessons can be instantly updated and content kept fresh and relevant.
• Consistency of learning - Training Magazine reported technology based training has proven to have a 50% to 60% better consistency of learning than traditional classroom learning.
• Higher retention rate - Delivery of training in smaller units contributes to a higher learner retention rate.
• Improves motivation - learning is more effective when it involves learner’s own actions.
• Opportunity for Regular assessments - Course concludes with a short test, reinforcing the new information learnt and records the learner’s progress.
• Ease of employee monitoring – use of Learning Management Systems mean that all training information for individuals is accessible and gaps in knowledge can be identified.
• No restrictions on numbers - large or small numbers of students can be trained with equal facility.
  

elearning - Financial Cost Savings

• Training cost savings - Saves up to 70% when replacing instructor-led training courses with elearning courses.
• Staff expense savings - Includes covering staff time, travel expenses, food and accommodation expenses.