The Picture

of
E-Learning

Someday, in the distant future, our

grandchildrens grandchildren will
develop a new equivalent of our class
rooms. They will spend many hours in
front of boxes with fires glowing
within. May they have the wisdom to
know the difference between light and
knowledge.
-Plato.

Definition of E-Learning
E-learning is defined as;
Learning that is delivered, enabled or mediated
using electronic technology for the explicit
purpose
of training in organisations
or
Any form of learning that utilises a network for
delivery, interaction or facilitation The learning
could take place individually or as part of a class

What is E-Learning?
E-learning refers to the use of Internet
Technology to deliver and enhance knowledge,
skills and know-how.
It is a new approach to learning where the
Learner has control over What, When and Where
he/she Learns.
E-learning can be an intiated program in a
corporation, institution or at individual level
Focus on Learner
Designing, developing, delivering and assessing
learning

Types of Technology
Technology enables and provides support for
learning;
it is used primarily to increase the
effectiveness of learning or to increase access
to learning
Types of Technology for E-learning
Audio, Video
Web forums, Web Pages, Newsgroups
Tele-conferencing, Video-conferencing

Is E-Learning a common
tool?
Nowadays e-learning is part of training
delivery.
Types of e-learning
Web-based Training
Supported/Unsupported Online Learning
Informal e-learning

Benefits of E-Learning
Focusses on needs of Learner, not ability of
trainer
Flexibility of Learning
Effective use of time for both employee &
trainer
Economies of scale for all parties
Technology can expand reach and range of
traditional learning faculties

Challenges to ELearning
Employees and organisation will have to
overcome several obstacles;

Organisational Change
Administrative structure
Technical expertise, support and infrastructure
Social interaction (face-to-face) & program quality
Threat of Technology (fear of the unknown)
Legal Issues (data protection, cross country)
Evaluation and Effectiveness
Access

Example Case
Organization using Elearning
Reasons for implementing E-learning
programme :
Mobile employees, regular re-training &
information updates
Infrastructure (limited)
Time differences
Company has developed E-learning policy that
encourages and gives every employee the
change to develop and learn in both employer
and employees time!

Other Organisational
Success Factors
E-learning intiative evaluated against standards set
at strategic planning stage
improved business performance
compliance training (IIP, ISO)
ROI

Challenges of managing, organising and sustaining

Standards being a consideration, which ones to pursue

Teaching and Learning Technologies to make any

aspect of learning design, development and
delivery process more efficient.
Developing technologies could impact E-learning
Resource and research sites valuable for exploring Elearning

What else to think off?

E-learning demands new attitudes on
the part of the learner and trainer
E-learning is more effective when
blended learning is used (combination of
traditional and new methods)
The primary needs for use in an
organisation is determined by the value
and impact of E-learning

Final Thought
on
E-Learning
Is it applicable to the Learner and does it actually
add value to the bottom-line

THANK YOU