Broadly speaking, e-learning is education through using the Internet, a computer network or a stand-alone computer. Specifically, e-learning applications and processes include Web-based learning, computer-based learning, virtual classrooms and digital collaboration. Content may be delivered via the Internet, intranet/extranet, audio or video tape, CD-ROM and satellite TV.
There are many advantages of e-learning over traditional classroom training, including:
Time savings.
Savings on travel costs.
Convenience— flexibility in time, location, etc.
As with all new technology, there are disadvantages as well, including:
The challenge of vendor selection.
Product cost.
Matching training courses with the organization’s existing technology.
Cost of purchasing new technology.
Cost of adding staff to handle the technology.
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Technology
The Human Resources Technology Discipline deals with the use of technology of all types and in all functional areas of human resources in support of human resource and business goals. It includes matters involving human resource information systems, automated scheduling and timekeeping systems, the technology aspects of workplace security, trends in technology, effective practices, and vendor and software selection.
