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T+D Blog: Improv....As a Training Tool

Abbreviations like IBT (Internet-Based Training), CBT (Computer-Based Training) or WBT (Web-Based Training) have all been used as synonyms for e-Learning systems. All these terms are currently being used in the industry though WBT is the most recent of the buzz words in most companies today. WBT is a new interactive approach to distance learning in which Internet technology and methodologies are used to present live or interactive learning content. Usually a self-paced instructional on any topic, it can be manipulated or modified at will. It is easily adapted to each learn and offers media-rich components that can even offer evaluation systems written into the program. Such a system makes evaluating training programs more detailed verses the five minute evaluation system offered at the end of most instructional facilitator-based training. WBT is the any-time; any-where system of training that begs administrators to rethink organizational training budgets and offer specific content

Studies show that more than half the organizations offering learning programs, more than 50% of them do not measure the business impact of their learning programs. They cite both a lack of resources and people qualified to tract impact, as well as the need for a better understanding of measurement methodologies. Still worse, is the fact that few learning officers believe measurement is a priority or a requirement. Why are companies investing money by training employees with no expected return to impact their bottom line? Why are learning officers not required to show a return on the investment (ROI)? Contact DVA and let our consulting team show you how to maximize you learning investments.