Continuous learning is a big deal in today’s corporate world. More companies have discovered the value of ongoing education in the workforce. Access to better training resources helps organizations build versatile, knowledgeable workers who become subject matter experts. This leads to a better product, service, and customer experience. That sounds
A good training program is a high-value asset for any organization. Just like any project, your training efforts need goals and a path to reach them. Your company’s training initiatives should mesh well with those goals. Every new initiative needs to be accepted by executives and managers to be effective.
Many business owners recognize that there is value in offering an eLearning-based training program. Having one is only the first step. If you want to maximize the return on your education investment, then you need to take steps to make sure that your team knows about it, knows how to
LMS-Based Health and Computer Science Degrees Driving Online Higher Learning With COVID-19 enforcing a global shutdown of educational activities in a traditional classroom setting, many institutions immediately turned to online learning as an alternative to face-to-face instruction. According to UNESCO, students all over the world experienced the disruption across the
eLearning is a powerful tool in business training. Many companies rely on it to onboard new hires and expand the skills of workers in IT, customer service, HR, and other key departments. Most of these job roles involve working with a computer daily. While eLearning works exceptionally well in an
Making learning a part of your corporate culture requires more than an LMS. Having the tools to train is important, but you also need workers who are interested and motivated. You need people who want to develop their careers with a desire to continue learning. Education has always been important
Your eLearning program should be engaging and interesting. It’s important to provide enriching and even entertaining experiences for your learners. This keeps them motivated and can help the new information they learn stick. However, it is also vital to keep your business goals in focus. A great training program is
Immersive learning experiences are becoming more common in employee training. The term refers to learning that uses simulated or artificial environments. Learners can immerse themselves in a realistic situation, allowing them to develop skills that they can use on the job. This is especially valuable because it gives the trainee
Companies that do not use a learning management system are missing out on opportunities to optimize their training programs. Today’s platforms offer a broad range of time and money-saving features. Many also employ teaching methods that are proven to increase knowledge retention and training success. In 2021, businesses have to
Employee training metrics are essential to any business. Metrics provide a measurement that can be used to show progress. How will you know if your training efforts are effective if you have no way to review performance? Training metrics are data points that quantify and validate your program. This information
Employee training has come a long way in the last decade. We have more options and technology to improve the experience for all involved. That’s great news, but it can also be overwhelming. Each new year brings new trends and innovations. Businesses who want to stay on the cutting edge
Blended learning offers an ideal balance between virtual training and in-person classes. It harnesses the power of online resources but also includes the human component. If done well, the learner gets the best of both worlds, creating a more robust experience. This method also makes it easier to balance the
It’s not easy to be a firm these days. Social distancing has decimated some industries while others continue to search for ways to adapt without sacrificing service. When looking to trim expenses and generate revenue, there is one area that you shouldn’t cut back more than you absolutely must. That area
If there is one thing that last year taught us, it is the importance of adapting. Even before the COVID-19 pandemic, change was always a part of business. It was more prevalent in some industries, but it was always there as a looming possibility. Change isn’t a bad thing. It
Leadership styles vary greatly from one person to the next. These different methods and attitudes can have an impact on your business. It’s important to understand common leadership styles and how to effectively incorporate them into your workforce. So many differences can be a positive and a negative. If not
Schools, universities, and businesses around the world have adopted online learning methods. For some, this year was an expansion of distanced programs that were already in place. For others, it was a necessary switch that came with little warning. While learners are still covering the same material, the processes involved
Today’s training programs are more advanced and dynamic than they once were. More solutions mean a better experience for your trainees. It only works if all the components are present and operating at optimum levels. Is your training program meeting or exceeding expectations? Are you getting the most out of
When we think about employee training, we often focus on specialized or job-specific areas of learning. While these topics are important, there are some that are universal and should be taught to everyone who joins your company. Employee training is an ongoing process. It shouldn’t be viewed as an expense
As of last year, there were estimates of over 800 vendors operating in the LMS market. Each presented a different take on training and education. Many businesses are on the fence about investing the resources to develop an in-house LMS or paying for a third-party solution. The in-house option is
Online learning is a hot topic right now. eLearning has always held value for schools and businesses. While it was important before, COVID-19 pushed it to the forefront. Now, organizations must find ways to teach remotely or they could fall behind. Learning platforms saw a spike in enrollment since the
