2. Agenda
Introduction to Technology-enabled Learning
Definition of Technology-enabled Learning
Advantages of Technology-enabled Learning
Integrating Technological Resources into a Single
Learning Platform
The Role of Media in Workplace Training
Conclusion
4. Introduction
Today’s world is surrounded by technology.
The Internet and other technological tools are creating a
revolution – changing the way people communicate, learn,
and seek knowledge.
Organizations can capitalize on the power of Technology to
expedite learning and empower employees.
6. Technology-enabled Learning
ICT can include computers, laptops,
Smartphones, tablets, digital cameras, social
media platforms, software applications, and the
Internet.
The application of Information and
Communication Technologies (ICT) to learning
and teaching – (Kirkwood & Price, 2005)
7. Technology-enabled Learning
Smart and planned integration of technology in the training curriculum
provides employees’ access to learning through methods that are
powerful, easily accessible and need-based.
9. Advantages of Technology-enabled
Learning
1. Reduced Costs
Technology reduces the cost of training
considerably because it reduces
travelling, boarding and lodging costs as
more employees can be trained within
less time.
10. Advantages of Technology-enabled
Learning
2. Reduced Training Time
Technology enables training to take
place quickly and easily. Scheduling,
assigning and tracking user registrations
can be done with a click of a button.
Reports can be prepared and training
programs can be evaluated swiftly and
efficiently.
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Learning
3. Varied Instructional Strategies
Technology facilitates the development of
training resources that appeal to
individuals with different learning
preferences and styles.
Interactivities for kinesthetic learners,
podcasts for auditory learners and
animations/graphics for visual learners
can be accommodated within each
training module.
12. Advantages of Technology-enabled
Learning
4. Personalized Learning
Personalized learning is made possible
through technology as novice trainees
can start from the basics while
experienced employees can skip the
basic and move to advanced levels.
Modules and training paths can be
created to suit employees with varied
levels of knowledge.
13. Advantages of Technology-enabled
Learning
5. Easy Access to SMEs and
Trainers
Individual learners can have direct
access to Subject Matter Experts and
trainers.
Discussion forums, chat and other
collaborative tools make it easy for
trainers and employees to interact and
share knowledge and experiences.
14. Advantages of Technology-enabled
Learning
6. Consistency in Training Quality
Online training ensures all employees
have the same quality of training and
access to the same resources across the
organization.
Standardization of courses also ensures
consistent quality across modules and
training programs.
15. Advantages of Technology-enabled
Learning
7. Employees in Control of Their
Learning
Technology-enabled learning helps
employees have complete control over
their learning.
They can choose what and when they
want to learn, and do it at their own pace.
They are the masters of their own
learning.
17. Integrating Technological Resources
into a Single Learning Platform
•User Mgmt.
•Training Mgmt.
•Coordination
•Reports &
Tracking
•Podcasts
•Videos
•Screencasts
•EBooks
•Wikis
•Discussion
boards
•Chats
•Groups
•Classroom
Training
•E-learning
•M-learning
•Webinars
Individual
Learning
Collaborativ
e Learning
Administration
&
Management
Digital
Resources
18. Integrating Technological Resources
into a Single Learning Platform
Individual learning can include:
• Bite-sized modules
• Multiple learning paths or options
• Multiple delivery formats
Individual Learning
19. Integrating Technological Resources
into a Single Learning Platform
The LMS has in-built features to facilitate
group or collaborative learning through
forum discussions, real-time chats,
facilities to read and comment on blogs
and email support to clarify specific
doubts or questions.
Collaborative Learning
20. Integrating Technological Resources
into a Single Learning Platform
The technology-enabled learning platform has
to be backed by service. Service is an integral
part of the solution, needing a dedicated team
of professionals to administer and manage
training solutions on behalf of organizations
and assure employees of uninterrupted
access to knowledge.
Administration and Management
21. Integrating Technological Resources
into a Single Learning Platform
Digital Resources
Learning is an on-going exercise.
Therefore, it is important that employees
have easy access to learning resources
during the course of their work. Digital
resources can be accessed by employees
anywhere through their smartphones or
other mobile devices.
23. The Role of Media in Workplace
Training
Digital books are a useful resource for
any training situation. They can be
made interactive by embedding audio,
video and external links.
Digital Books
24. The Role of Media in Workplace
Training
E-learning or Online Courses
E-learning modules or online courses provide
structured learning to participants but without
having to commit to a specific time or location
for the training to take place.
Online courses can be created as short
modules using rapid authoring tools.
E-learning can address almost all training
needs and works great
25. The Role of Media in Workplace
Training
Mobile Learning
Mobile learning refers to any learning that
occurs with the user not tied down to a specific
location.
It can be accessed from mobile devices such as
Smartphones, iPads or other tablet devices.
Portability and connectivity to information
sources are the cornerstones of mLearning.
Mobile learning is very useful to people working
on the field, away from their desks for extended
periods of time.
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Training
Podcasts
Podcasts are digital audio files that can be
made available over the Internet and can be
downloaded to a computer or mobile device.
Podcasts can be short audio snippets
extracted from full-fledged e-learning courses
or created as a part of e-learning courses.
They can be combined with audio and video
elements.
27. The Role of Media in Workplace
Training
Screencasts
Screencast refers to the capturing of action
taking place on a computer screen, and
includes audio narration.
They are beneficial when employees need to
get first hand exposure to work on an
application or software program.
Screencast applications are available for
devices such as iPads, Android or
Chromebook devices.
28. The Role of Media in Workplace
Training
Self-Assessments and Evaluation options
Online assessments in the form of summative
and formative assessments can be given as
part of a course, or as an independent quiz to
seek feedback on a training program, or to
assess participants’ understanding of the
training content.
These can even be hosted online and
retrieved by participants at their convenience.
29. The Role of Media in Workplace
Training
Social Media
With social media, training managers can
follow-up on a training session or an e-learning
course with the participants.
Training managers or instructors can have
dedicated virtual office hours to address
participants’ queries.
They can have a dedicated group that allows
peer-peer interactions with junior executives
benefiting from the knowledge shared by
seniors in their organization across the world.
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Training
Videos
Video-based training demonstrates training
creatively with visual impact where employees
can learn and retain important information
easily.
They present visually rich content in a lively
manner, ensuring knowledge is retained for a
longer period.
Videos are versatile and can be used in
almost all training situations.
31. Role of Media in Workplace
Training
Webinars
A Webinar (web-based seminar), can be in the
form of a presentation or a talk by one or more
presenters.
They are ideal tools to reach out to a large group
of people within a short duration.
Webinars can be delivered using a video
conferencing software. They can also be
recorded and provided on-demand.
33. Conclusion
Today’s managers should have technical knowledge to survive in
an increasingly digital world. They should know about the different
training formats and technical tools available for training purposes.
Training managers have to front-end the setup of a technological
platform that will integrate all these technological resources under a
single umbrella so that it becomes easy to administer, track and
evaluate training programs.
A integrated Learning Management System incorporates
technology and provides a holistic learning solution to employees,
and this is what organizations need to work towards in the future.