Why e-Learning?
- It's convenient - training can be done when it is most convenient for the user, rather than on a predetermined basis when "live" classroom training is available
- It's available 24/7 - training can be done at any time of the day or night
- It's affordable - cost is much lower than traditional training and travel costs are eliminated (IRS estimates that 70% of its training budget is spent on travel, room rentals and lost productivity)
- There's no or minimal loss of productivity - unlike traditional training where users generally take off 1/2 or a full day of work, e-learning can be done in shorter chunks during downtime and minimizes loss of productivity
- It's a one-year license - students have an entire year to complete training and can go back to the material as a refresher as needed
- Learning is sustained - companies can keep their diversity initiative fresh and interesting for users by assigning e-learning modules over a period of time (for example, one of our clients assigns one course per quarter)
- It's measurable - pre and post tests that are imbedded provide true measures of retention unlike traditional training where a person sitting in a classroom does not necessarily translate into learning
- Its anonymity ensures higher levels of comfort in dealing with tough issues - users tell us that they felt more comfortable being vulnerable and exposed when dealing with their own stereotypes when they were interacting with the computer rather than in a room full of people that they don't know
High return on investment can deliver the following results:
- Reduced barriers and improved productivity
- Employee retention
- Improved diversity of workforce
- Improved diversity awareness and knowledge
- Minimized training costs
- Maximized training reach
- Maximized training effectiveness
Recommended course progression:
- Start with the basics - The EDGE Advantage for all employees
- Follow-up with Workforce Diversity: The TEAM Advantage for Employees and The SKILL Advantage for Managers
- Reinforce learnings with the Diversity-in-Practice e-course that is delivered directly to the user's desktop at a predetermined frequency