The Afterlife of Virtual Learning

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The Afterlife of Virtual Learning Session
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Answer
Percentage of classroom to virtual
learning 2008-70/30 (actual) 2009-30/75
(projected) 2009-5/95 (actual)

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Virtual Learning Realties-WERE THERE

• WHY?
• Optimize budgets
• Respond nimbly to changes
• Improve Productivity
• HOW?
• Reaching audiences at a greater distance
• Training with greater frequency
• At a lower cost
• The right message at the right time
• All without leaving their desk

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Current Realties

• Quality learning can take place without going
  into a traditional classroom.
• Live and on-line training bridges time and
  distance.
• Learning on-line is an accelerated process and
  requires preparation, commitment and patience on
  participants part.

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Technology Facts

• There are Pros and cons to migrating to the
  electronic culture of content
• Increasing the reach of key training messages is
  both a function of distance and time availability

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Technology Realities

• Trainers must blend experiences to optimize
  relevance.
• Understanding these challenges and barriers will
  help instructors know how their roles have been
  changed, what qualifications they need, and how
  to ensure the quality of online instruction with
  the help of various strategies.

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Before

• Nobody likes surprises
• Never make assumptions
• Triple check everything to avoid issues

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Before Checklist

• This check list is essential to ensure
• No obstacles are present
• Expectations are set met
• All logistics are covered in place

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Before Letter
Another option is a Manager letter

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Before Letter
And a participant letter

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During

• The rule of engagement-no attention, no
  retention
• Manager must guarantee a back-up-no excuses
• Make it a relevant investment and link to goals

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During Checklist

• This check list guarantees
• Learning is supported
• Learners can meet objectives

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After

• Accountability-Action plan to ensure learning
  transfer
• Mentor, coach or training buddy
• On-line networking opportunities
• 30/60/90 day follow-up practice

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After Checklist

• This check list guarantees
• Learning transfer can occur

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After Manager Letter


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Virtual Learning

• ViLT-Buzz, buzz, buzz- what does it really mean?
• What are the main differences between traditional
  ILT and the current medium of VILT?
• How can you effectively use all of the tools and
  technologies out there?
• How can you keep up with all of the tools and
  technologies out there?

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Virtual Learning Tips
Delivery, delivery, delivery- Your voice is key
Two way communication- interaction every two
minutes
Challenge your audience-it will benefit the
majority

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Virtual Learning Tips
Link content to goals
Maintain energy
Break out sessions via conference technology
Use an invisible producer

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Web 2.0 and Beyond
From
White Paper OD 2.0 Shifting from Disruptive to
Innovative Technologyby Kathleen Iverson and
George Vukotich
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Web 2.0 and Beyond
From
White Paper OD 2.0 Shifting from Disruptive to
Innovative Technologyby Kathleen Iverson and
George Vukotich
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Web 2.0 and Beyond
From
White Paper OD 2.0 Shifting from Disruptive to
Innovative Technologyby Kathleen Iverson and
George Vukotich
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Web 2.0 and Beyond
From
White Paper OD 2.0 Shifting from Disruptive to
Innovative Technologyby Kathleen Iverson and
George Vukotich
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Like I said- WERE THERE
Source Corporate Learning Factbook 2009, Bersin
Associates / Karen OLeonard
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Your Turn!

• Lets discuss
• your experiences
• and brainstorming together even
• more solutions

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Thank you!
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