Why blended eLearning methodology means business agility - iLearn

JOHANNESBURG - Aug. 4, 2014 - PRLog -- A combination of macro economic factors, centred on Skills Development and Broad-based Economic Empowerment, is fuelling the demand for learning solutions that help mid-to-large businesses meet the requirement for technical, behavioural and compliance related skills.  Online education and training experts agree that eLearning has evolved and businesses are now more focused on redesigning their learning strategies to support HR and training managers cope.

Richard Rayne, Managing Director of iLearn, explains that these managers are under increasing pressure to help the companies they serve meet skills requirements as quickly and accurately as possible – and within budget.

“They have to ensure the quality of the learning and that it impacts positively on the business. Strategies must improve productivity to help generate profit,” says Rayne.

Executive leadership at iLearn emphasises the value derived from a modern blend of both onsite instructor-led and online elearning methodologies. “This model of tuition provides the ability to scale flexible training solutions delivered over a series of learning interactions. It is proven that with consecutive and multiple training days crammed into a short time, delegates will only retain and apply 48% of the content within two days of the learning event. In addition, learning over a period of time is far more effective and memorable.”

The increasing level of innovation within the eLearning ecosystem has given impetus to the impact and influence of blended learning. It has provided a combination of online learning methodologies to compliment the instructor-led training experience.

“These methodologies include elearning, both generic and customised course solutions, gamification, mobile, electronic performance support and learner management systems,” Rayne continues.

iLearn advises those businesses wishing to enthuse the learning impact to cater for modern learning methods should explore these in learning strategies to cater for different audiences and styles.

This is where a credible and experienced service provider can help. “With the help and guidance of a learning provider learning methodologies can be achieved quicker than perhaps doing it yourself on a trial and error basis – this may be more costly in the long run,” Rayne adds.

With methodologies adapted and aligned, and strategies implemented, eLearning solutions can benefit companies who may otherwise struggle with issues such as time and geographic obstacles. “A blended learning delivery can solve both these practical challenges as well as ensure personal interaction and application of content learnt with a facilitator,” he continues.