The document discusses the debate between e-learning and classroom training, highlighting the pros and cons of each approach. It suggests that a blended learning model, which combines elements of both e-learning and classroom training, may be the most effective solution. The advantages of blended learning include cost savings, reduced dependency on trainers, and enhanced learning opportunities.

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Don’t Choose – Just Sit on
the Fence
A Presentation on Blended Learning

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Should an organization make the
shift to eLearning or stick with
classroom
training?
Or…

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… is there a third approach???

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The Advantages of eLearning
•Learning on the go
•Anytime learning
•Social learning and knowledge collaboration
•Cost- and time-saving benefits
•Instant feedback and rewards
•Individual tracking of progress online
•Immediate Assessments

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With all these benefits, can eLearning replace
classroom training completely? – It probably
could.
Is it a good idea to completely replace
classroom training with online training? –
Probably not.

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The Advantages of Classroom Training
•The psychological benefit of face-to-face interaction that
lends a personal touch and a sense of assurance to the
learner
• First-hand information from subject matter experts on
questions that extend beyond the course
•Hands-on practical knowledge on the use of tools and
machinery related to a job
•Dedicated time set aside for classroom learning

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Deciding on a training mode is
not as simple as flipping a coin
and taking a “heads-I-win, tails-
you-lose” approach because
there is a lot to win and a lot to
lose – either way.

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There is a third way…

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Sit on the fence…
Have your cake and eat
it too…
Enjoy the best of both
worlds…

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It’s called…
Blended
Learning

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The Advantages of Blended Learning
•Decreased dependency on trainers
•Wider opportunities to engage in learning
•Save cost
•Reduce the number of face-to-face training hours
•Uniformly train a geographically dispersed workforce
•Enhance learning and retentive abilities

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To read the full article and see how organizations are
making use of the blended learning approach in their
organizations, visit :
https://24x7learningblog.wordpress.com/2015/05/07/
dont-choose-just-sit-on-the-fence/
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