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Human Resources Management   Home  Training Delivery Vehicles  Asynchronous Delivery  Benefits of E-learning

Benefits of E-learning

Anytime, anywhere learning Students can access classes, simulations or discussion groups whenever they want, from wherever they choose. There are some restrictions with synchronous learning in terms of 'where'.
Access to more information The use of hyperlinks, archived information, the entire Web, peer comments, and exercises etc. offers a wealth of learning experiences that are impossible in other learning environments.
Enhances the retention The use of multimedia (sound, sight, and simulations) adds value as an educational experience. The more senses involved in learning, the better the retention.
Just-in-time enhancements Content is easily updated on the fly, unlike textbooks and handout materials that can become dated minutes following publication and are not as easily replaceable.
Consistent delivery Courses can be delivered consistently each time and for each participant.
Individualized training E-learning offers the opportunity for students to train according to their own preferences, time constraints, and educational needs and managers to actively monitor learning patterns and results.
Accommodates different learning styles and speeds E-learning solutions can offer the "see", "hear" and "do" through technology, meeting the needs of a wider range of students learning needs.
Greater storage capacity Courses can be kept online indefinitely, and can handle larger volumes than books, CD-ROMs or even local hard drives.
Enables knowledge management Knowledge management and e-learning are both about acquiring knowledge. Linking learning solutions and format knowledge dissemination solutions can provide a powerful competitive weapon.
(Unattributed. "E-learning Special Industry Report."
Canaccord Capital IDC 2000. June 2000, 3.)



 

Last Updated:  2003-10-08