IBT / CBT/ WBT

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 to a broader audience.
Web-based training is ideal for satellite teams. It also offers options to managers supervising multiple programs due to budget cuts and other fiscal constraints.
Allowing for training and meeting content to be supported by any web browser, it offers 3-D virtual reality platforms, chats and conferencing in real-time, WBT can offer multiple learning opportunities. More advanced programs offer the option of creating ‘avatars’ for employees who are camera shy. With the technological tools at hand today, we can craft effective WBT systems to meet the learning needs of any population.
The current focus of WBT development is on learning how to use the available tools and organize content into well-crafted teaching systems. Most Chief Learning Officers (CLO) are still struggling with issues of user interface design and programming for high levels of interaction. But be assured that an overwhelming number of them are still using this technology to their advantage.
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