E-learning and corporate training: a UK perspective. (21st November 2006)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Sloman, Martyn
• Is Part Of: International journal of learning technology. Volume 2:Number 4(2006)
• Page Start: 329
• Page End: 341
• Publication Date: 2006-11-21
• Subjects: e-learning -- learning technology -- corporate training -- technology-based training -- computer-based training -- CBT -- blended learning -- personalisation -- United Kingdom -- UK -- e-agenda -- electronic learning -- online learning; Learning -- Periodicals; Instructional systems -- Periodicals; 371.3
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1477-8386

Abstract

This paper charts the progress of e-learning and its impact on training in the UK over a 15-year period. It will be argued that the progress of e-learning to date, as seen from the view point of the UK trainer, has fallen into three phases: understanding beyond the 'hype'; identifying critical issues; developing best practice. Over this period there has been a recurrent danger of overstatement of reality: progress has been gradual and perspectives of the benefits and progress of e-learning have been over-optimistic. As e-learning becomes embedded the agenda will be increasingly determined by trainers rather than vendors of e-learning.