The document discusses the importance and benefits of eLearning in bridging competency gaps through improved skills, productivity, and morale while reducing costs. It outlines the preparation of a curriculum by assessing needs, expanding content, and utilizing Learning Management Systems (LMS) for delivery and tracking. Additionally, it emphasizes the importance of strategic planning and partnerships in maximizing the effectiveness of eLearning initiatives.

1. Bridging the Competency Gap with eLearning

2. AgendaWhy eLearning?Preparing a CurriculumPlanning Delivery

3. Why eLearning?Some aspects of the business case

4. Objective BenefitsBridge the competency gapImprove skills and professional developmentIncrease productivityIncrease morale and retentionDecrease risks or lossesDecrease costsIncrease revenue

5. Subjective BenefitsScalability – global reach, fast deploymentPerformance supportImproved measurements and assessmentsImproved learning efficiencyImproved consistency of contentAutomated tracking with a LMSIncreased appeal and effectiveness with varied learning styles

6. eLearning Overall ROISource: eLearning Guild Research

7. eLearning ModalitiesSynchronous webinar, virtual classroomLearning Management System interactive courseMobile wireless web, standalone appImmersive simulation, OLIVE

8. ROI in eLearning Modalities and ToolsSource: eLearning Guild Research

9. Preparing a CurriculumPreparing a CurriculumStart with simple tools…

10. Initial AssessmentIdentify StakeholdersLearning populationAffected populationDetermine Overall NeedsAssess competency based on goalsSkills to be learned/refreshedLearners who need those skillsRisk of not having proper training

11. RefinementExpand the CurriculumLook at existing ILTAdd modules to coursesUse as part of a career pathEvaluate Delivery MethodsTimelinessAppropriatenessLong-Term Cost

12. PlanningAllocate ResourcesProvide InfrastructureCourse ScheduleMetrics

13. Planning DeliveryLMS-based elearningdelivery

14. LMS ObjectivesTrain and educate professionals using interactive mediaCreate electronic library of training courses and exercisesAutomatically track the progress of staffDisseminate training globally

15. LMS ConsiderationsSCORMSection 508 AccessibilityCOTS SoftwareLicensing and MaintenanceTrusted Partner

16. Development Factors

17. Course Development Plan

18. Key Take-awayseLearning Is An Invaluable ResourceLong-term Cost SavingsOpportunity Cost SavingsGood Planning Leads To Good ResultsGet Going Quickly With The Right Partner

19. About Edge Digital GroupLearn. Share. Succeed.eLearning Course DesignSharePoint Implementation DevelopmentDocument Conversion and ManagementSolutions Provider to the Federal Government, Fortune 500 companies, and Associations

20. About Edge Digital GroupFounded in1989Headquartered in Herndon, VANTIS Joint Venture eLearning PartnerGSA IT 70 ScheduleVeteran-Owned Small Business

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