Elearning has developed beyond recognition from its early years when end users had to struggle with floppy disks and headache-inducing monitors
. Today, it incorporates interactive graphics and animations and sophisticated learner management systems which have brought the learning process to life.
In the recent past, there has been a scramble by many providers to outdo each other in building learner management systems that offer a range of learning solutions to clients of different sizes, and with different expectations and demands.
History has shown, however, that it is those providers who focus on producing quality content, rather than only on impressive delivery modes, who have survived in difficult economic times and even flourished.
Quality learning content is always current and always relevant. In an increasingly global world there is a thirst for the latest thinking in business and best practices in IT service management. Technology has evolved rapidly in the last few decades and the provision of current and relevant learning material must keep pace.
In the information age the resources and best practices covering a range of enterprise needs can be shared, studied and applied. Companies have the opportunity to make this learning available to their employees and allow them to stay abreast of the latest developments in business and IT.
Web learning programs make quality learning in the latest methodologies in business and IT possible and ensure that learning is always relevant and current. Elearning also provides for full monitoring and tracking of learner progress and allows for mentoring if required.
South African companies have the opportunity to access the best industry practices and thinking by implementing a comprehensive elearning strategy which ensures ongoing employee training and development.