- [Instructor] Out of all the types
of digital learning we'll discuss,
traditional elearning is perhaps the most flexible.
It's a great format in which to simply present information.
If combined with video and scenarios
it's also great for capturing a process
and allowing learners to practice job-related skills.
The basis of elearning is the online learning module.
It's usually housed on a learning management system, or LMS.
As a general rule,
learners can take the modules
whenever and wherever they want which is why we call
traditional elearning asynchronous training.
Here are some situations when you might lean on elearning.
When your learners are geographically dispersed.
For instance,
you've got learners in Denver, Boston, and Bangladesh.
When you need to present factual,
and/or foundational material.
You often see this in new hire orientation modules
where the history, culture,
and products of a company are described.
Often elearning serves as a prerequisite
to some type of hands on training.
You might also consider elearning
when the group you're training
does most of their work on a computer.
If that's the case
you'll be able to create exercises
and simulations that mimic their everyday work life
which is of course what the best training does.
Elearning is generally good at replicating environments
that are dangerous or difficult to get to.
If you were teaching military officers
basic tactics for fighting in jungle environments,
you'd likely start off with a series of elearning scenarios.
Last, and this is more of a general rule.
Consider elearning when your learners
are motivated to take and complete the training.
With traditional elearning,
learners are given a lot of freedom
as to when and where they complete the training
so it's best to assign to groups
that you don't have to keep a close eye on.
Elearning is a super flexible format,
great for presenting information,
giving learners opportunity to practice skills,
and everything in between.
Your efforts learning about it won't be wasted.