As a trainer, you need to be competent and exploring different methods of delivery for your courses.
There are three main identifiable ways in which contact can be delivered to learners.
These are number one IoT cents per instructor led training.
This is often referred to as a face to face or classroom training, where learners and the trainer meets
in the same location.
Number two, the E-ELT stands for virtual instructor led training.
This type of training would be sessions such as webinars or live lectures.
Number three, e-learning this training would not require an instructor and would be delivered solely
online or through other digital means.
When designing your course is good to understand the pros and cons of each delivery type.
And let us explore these now where the ideal or instructor led training, you had the immediate advantage
of being in the company of your audience.
This lends itself to more dynamic learning experience, as well as a learner having direct access to
an expert.
You and this also provide you as a facilitator, the opportunity to give real time feedback to your
learners.
There are, however, some cons to this method.
It can be difficult to recreate engaging experiences with different groups.
The ability to create real consistency can be hard to achieve, and there are many more cost implications,
but the needs often for training rooms and travel expenses.
With the rise of technology, the iottie or virtual instructor led training is a common option in the
learning space.
The beneficial thing about this approach is it can be extremely cost effective.
It is a very convenient option in the worlds of remote working, and there are many source for engaging
learners such as breakout rooms, virtual whiteboards and poles areas with this method that can be more
challenging.
Oh, you have very little control over the learners environments.
It is very difficult to identify nonverbal cues, and there is very little scope to include activities
to support knowledge, application and practice.
Finally, we have e-learning.
This is our completely digital method, which requires no inputs at all from an instructor as this is
completely learner led.
According to a new study by Global Market Insights, the e-learning market is set to reach $375 million
by 2026 as an area that has market confidence.
E-learning is a worthy consideration when considering your training method.
Let us look at the pros and cons we mentioned earlier been solid.
Digital means that learners can go at their own pace, and this choice of delivery is very cost effective.
Allowing you to target very large audience members at the same time.
And best of all, learners are able to fit learning into their schedule.
But e-learning does have its downsides.
You need to consider that learners may feel isolated with this method.
You are also relying on the learner to be self-disciplined and manage their time effectively, which
is not always the way it goes.
And not everyone is wanting to receive your training will be tech savvy.
The great news for you is that you have multiple choices at your disposal when designing your training
course.
But taking this time to factor in the pros and cons will be a worthwhile consideration in the long run.