How to transform a classroom training into online training? (1)

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How to transform a classroom training into
training?
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• In an e-learning environment, a learner will scan
  or skim through the contents on a page. It is
  primarily learner-led situation. While
  traditional classrooms are instructor-led,
  e-learning courses are self-paced. Online courses
  do away with about 25 of the time from an
  equivalent traditional classroom session. 

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• Smaller sessions per day are planned though they
  may stretch over a longer period. Online training
  courses are more structured and less dependent on
  the type of instructor. This leads to consistency
  across online courses.

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Effective online training

• Determine the performance goals and learning
  objectives before you embark on developing online
  training courses. Choose a method of delivery
  that best suits the trainees mobile format,
  app-based or regular online training sessions.
• Effectively use short chunks of information. It
  is essential to be brief and focused in the text.
  Avoid rambling or meandering. This might work in
  a traditional classroom.

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• Put bullet points, sub-headings, bold text and
  highlighted text to best advantage to draw
  attention to vital topics.
• Use graphics to represent information, concepts
  and tasks. Icons, symbols, photographs etc. add
  to the overall message. Dont overdue the visuals
  to the point of distraction.

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• Create interactive learning sessions that
  encourage active participation. Games,
  presentations, online quiz, different scenarios
  etc. seek to involve the online learner and
  prevent boredom.
• It is a good idea to provide facilitators to
  guide the learners and maximize their learning
  experience.
• Follow up each online session with reinforcement
  through emails or online discussion groups.

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Online Certification

• Online certification courses and online
  universities are the new learning playgrounds.
  You no longer have to be confined to attending
  classes within stipulated timings and locations.

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• When you sign up for an online course at a
  reputed institute or university, you can arm
  yourself with a good qualification that enables
  you with sufficient information, testing and
  evaluation. Such online training courses cater to
  the diverse learning needs of students.