Rapid E-Learning

Traditional E-Learning

SME can use the tool – as simple to use as PowerPoint and Word – one to two day learning curve

Power User tool – graphic specialists, technically sophisticated users – two weeks to six month learning curve

Produces content that is easily deployed

May include complex interactions, high band width content, plug-ins

Does not require a team of people to create a course

Need a team that has advanced skills e.g. programming, graphic design, instructional design

Course creator imports graphics, clip art, simulations, and animations

Course creator creates graphics, simulations, and animations

Company understand the value of e-learning (understands the cost, time, accessibility savings of moving classroom training to the web)

Company has not necessary embraced e-learning

Works well in a bottom up initiative structure

Works well in a top down initiative structure (larger budgets, larger projects)

Visual design (look and feel) is supplied by company – course developer is not involved.

Visual design (look and feel) is integral part of development process

Courses can be easily maintained, updated, and re-posted