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of course content, examines the degree of
positive impact that occurs following the
training. Ultimately this information can
be utilized to share knowledge and build
a learning community in the firm (Wang,
Vogel, & Ran, 2011).
This systematic approach to
workplace elearning, from the first steps
of matching the learning environment
to learner motivations and establishing a
learning culture to assessing the impact
of the elearning efforts on organizational
performance makes the application of
elearning in the workplace unique. At its
core, however, the process of planning,
executing, and assessing the learning is very
similar to how elearning is planned and
deployed in any environment. The difference
in the workplace is the clear strategic focus
on bottom line performance. As such,
workplace elearning must be developed
from the beginning as a performanceoriented
process that will deliver measurable
performance outcomes.
Conclusion
Workplace learning is a key to
success for the modern firm.
It goes beyond the concept
of simple training events and is focused
on developing the capacity of employees
throughout the company to perform better,
to improve their own knowledge, skills,
and careers, and through those individual
improvements to drive positive change and
success for the firm as a whole. The process
is no longer an isolated practice or something
that is limited to only the HR group, but
a strategic imperative for every part of a
company. Increasingly the mechanism
for this effort is workplace elearning. The
online environment delivers opportunities
to employees that are beyond those of
traditional classroom-based training events
and also brings additional benefits to the
organization. Regardless of delivery format,
motivated employees, positive learning
cultures, and a dedication to sound practice
are what will drive success for the modern
firm.
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