If you are weighing up the pros and cons to e-learning as part of your corporate training strategy, then this article is a must-read.
What is e-learning?
Just as remote working is now more accessible, so too is training online, led by digital programmes, instead of people. However, don’t think for one minute that it’s a one-size-fits-all situation – compliance elearning programmes can be built and tailored to your business, by partnering with a firm such as Adempi.
The pros of elearning
Not only is it easier for your staff to just log onto a laptop to do some training, it saves you as a business so much time too. No more liaising with external trainers or sending arrangements and schedules to staff. Employees just need credentials and then can begin training immediately.
Whilst there may be an initial financial outlay, online training is a much more cost-effective solution than physical, in-person training.
Another benefit is the individuality of elearning; those who need a little extra time to absorb the facts can go through the modules at their own pace. Nobody is left behind. We should add that your compliance elearning package can be built and tailored to your specific business, with the option to make amendments as and when things in the industry change. This ensures that regulatory training is always up to date and accurate.
The cons of elearning
Of course, elearning isn’t flawless.
For some, technology is a challenge. Some workers may not have access to a device, which also restricts when and where they can do their training.
Students aside, there are also risks in terms of servers crashing, which could result in your users being unable to access the programme. Then, on top of that, there needs to be a good support system in place for those encountering issues and needing guidance, as well as someone internal to administer the creation of accounts.
Finally, there are simply some things that can’t be taught by a computer, where human interaction might be necessary.