Why e-Learning? Part 2
By Wayne Kendall

Last issue, we discussed how e-learning can ease time and budget constraints for companies when it comes to training.

• • Reduced overall cost is the single most influential factor in adopting e-learning. The elimination of costs associated with instructor's salaries, meeting room rentals, and student travel, lodging, and meals are directly quantifiable. The reduction of time spent away from the job by employees may be the most positive offshoot.
• • Learning times can be reduced, an average of 40 to 60 percent.

However, its ability to alleviate constraints isn't e-learning's only benefit. It is also an effective way to train employees.

• • Increased retention and application to the job averages an increase of 25 percent over traditional methods
• • Consistent delivery of content is possible with a synchronous, self-paced e-learning.
• • Expert knowledge is communicated, but more importantly captured, with good e-learning and knowledge management systems.
• • Proof of completion and certification, essential elements of training initiatives, can be automated.

Due to differing learning styles, the very nature of e-learning makes it an ideal way to educate. Its emphasis on multimedia allows it to satisfy the learning needs of different individuals.

Most people favour a particular method of interacting with, taking in and processing information. Auditory, visual and kinesthetic are three main styles. Because e-learning often incorporates audio, video, graphics and interactive elements, it makes a superior vehicle for comprehension. It also allows learners to be free to direct themselves and learn at their own speed, opening the doors for increased retention.

Learning situations can cause persons to be anxious and nervous, e-learning has the capability to distill these feelings and make it a more enjoyable experience.

For more information on how you can use e-learning in your business, contact us at 613.342.2200 ext. 103 or www.canadiansecuritytraining.ca