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E-learning courses allow you to learn at a distance. You are thinking of taking a distance learning course to acquire new skills and you are wondering. What are the advantages of this alternative to face-to-face training? What are the disadvantages? You'll know everything after reading these few lines.

The benefits of e-learning for companies

Distance learning or digital learning is full of advantages for companies and their employees. These courses, given online by trainers, are composed of numerous teaching aids (pre-recorded videos, live training given on video-conference software, PDF, Powerpoint, audio files, etc.) and allow for rapid learning. Find out more about all the advantages of online training.
 

Develop the skills of the company's employees

 

E-learning is an effective way of updating skills in a particular field. It can also enable employees to develop new skills quickly. Employees can learn from their workplace or home without having to travel. This is particularly useful in times of crisis such as the current one.

 

Retaining employees

Allowing employees to participate in a executive education process is important for their motivation and involvement in the company. Indeed, an employee who is allowed to progress, acquire new skills and advance within the company is a more committed employee. Offering e-learning is a good way of supporting employees through training that is in line with their professional plans.
 

Low training costs for the company

Taking courses in a virtual classroom is generally less expensive than taking face-to-face training. Learners follow their digital training from home or from their office. This means that they do not have to travel, which keeps costs down (no train, bus or petrol tickets to pay). The equipment required to follow the courses is usually minimal: a computer with a webcam and a notebook or digital tool for taking notes are usually sufficient. Note, however, that this depends on the MOOC chosen and its training programme.

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Easily accessible training

E-learning is easily accessible. All you need is a smartphone, PC or tablet and a good internet connection to connect to the training platform. Once logged in to their personal space, virtual classroom trainees can access the teaching resources, the various training modules and even take assessments. Online training can be taken from anywhere!
 

Saving time for the company

Online professional training saves companies a considerable amount of time, especially when it is carried out asynchronously. In this case, they can be taken at the employee's own pace, as soon as they register. They can then progress as quickly as they wish. E-learning courses enable companies to respond quickly to an internal training need, without having to organise physical training for the learners (less preparation, the employee simply chooses a course and registers online with a few clicks). Finally, e-learning courses are generally shorter than face-to-face courses. This means that employees are away from their posts for less time than if they had to travel for several days or weeks.

The disadvantages of e-learning for companies

Distance learning has its advantages... but also some disadvantages.
 

Training methods not always adapted

Following a 100% distance learning course sometimes has its drawbacks, depending on the subject matter. Some areas of training (e.g. leadership) require face-to-face training in order to be properly assimilated. In this case, it may be advisable to follow a blended learning approach. In this blended learning, the training is then carried out partly face-to-face and partly remotely.

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Lack of personalisation of e-learning courses

Vocational distance learning is sometimes too generic. It can be detached from the company's original objectives. It is important to choose an e-learning course carefully to ensure that it is relevant to the needs of employees. To do this, it is necessary to consult the training plan and the teaching methods in detail.
 

Few interactions

Distance learning is not for everyone. Face-to-face training in a training centre has the advantage of forming a group, a community of learners. This mode of learning encourages interaction and collaborative work. Online training allows for some interactivity, but does not encourage interaction between learners or between learners and trainers. Some courses provide live coaching and training sessions, which can compensate for this slight disadvantage. Are you afraid of feeling isolated? We recommend that you turn to digital learning courses, which are the perfect combination of synchronous and asynchronous training. Discover ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ's online training courses.

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