Author: Robert

The World Of VLEs Brings Online Learnning To The Many

by Robert, posted in E-Learning, VLE Software

In these very much more hi tech days, there are all sorts of online teaching and managment software systems to make results at the sharp end, more easily achieved.  A virtual learning environment is the full name for the platform that delivers online education of all sorts, be that focused training; formal development programmes or just a learning tool for workforces/schools/education providers.  Resources are shared, making communications, pooling of ideas, assessments and easier access of the learning materials across the platform.  Learners are encouraged to log on to the digital classroom which is created using a vle to interact with instructors/tutors/peers of all sorts.

There is a great flexibility and accessibility as learners just go at their own pace whenever it is convenient and from anywhere that they can get internet connection, so no having to attend one particular venue.  The sharing of resources is paramount as learning materials by way of documents, presentations, videos and links to other resources are all available via the vle.  Discussion forums are also a valuable tool in the edcation supply – interaction between learners and educators and other advisers allow for great information sharing and feedback, which is vital.  The vle complements conventional learning environments where online learning is combined with face to face instruction.

Continuous Professional Development As An Online Course Start Point

by Robert, posted in Online Courses

With the explosion of online training courses out there these days, it is easy to see why someone would be confused and not sure how to go about finding the right one for them.   Firstly you need to decide what sort of course you are actually seeking.  Do you want to bone up and get more experienced in your line of work, or a hobby for instance.  Do you have an interest in changing careers and so feel that upgrading your existing qualifications will bring you greater rewards?

There are other courses too to help with those career focused situations that need close co-operation with a job provider.  CPD courses are a niche subject – covering the very wide ranging continuous professional development.   These CPD courses cover specifics such as working online and this continuous learning process will build towards a fully committed career path.  A CPD course improvs one’s existing skill set and knowledge of the job and the world of work on a wider basis.  The course reflects the search for continuing ducation opportunities above and beyond any basic requiremnent.

A Couple Of Pointers Regarding E-Learning

by Robert, posted in E-Learning

What do we mean by the phrase e-learning?  In simple terms it is essentially electronic learning.   The supply of educational and teaching via digital platforms on devices such as laptops, computers and smart phones.    The benefits of e-learning  include the learner or student having absolute control, heightened accessibility, avsilability, cost effectiveness and which all go to make e-learning incusive and more efficient.

There are a few drawbacks to e-learning, as there would be for all types of educational supply platforms.   There is no face to face interaction;  many students feel more confident when they have the teacher or lecturer in the same room but the hands on approach of online teaching soon helps them adjust until it becomes the  norm to concentrate on the screen version.   Another possible drawback can be considered to be the need for WIFI and a laptop or computer if the subject matter is better received in bigger format than can be offered via a smartphone screen.   Depending on where you are in the world, the quality of the teaching and the academic support in some developing countries can be of concern.    The very nature of the developing countries means there is likely to be a shortage of qualified instructors and technological resources.