E-Learning

E-learning seemed like the best form of training. However, it has its own limitations. A new approach in the e-learning process, Electronic Action Learning or A-learning, on the other hand, takes care of the loopholes in the e-learning method. A-learning, which is cost-effective, easy-to-use, and accessible any time, offers just-in-time skills building facilities.

How A-learning differs from E-learning

While e-learning revolves around abstract concepts, a-learning focuses on learning concrete skills.

E-learning relies on definitions for building knowledge while a-learning relies on practical exercises.

In e-learning, graphs and models depict ideas, whereas, in a-learning, interactive exercises are used to convey ideas.

In the case of e-learning, the learning is quantified through quizzes and tests. A-learning, on the other hand, does that by measuring the number of jobs completed successfully.

E-learning is designed to support individual learning, unlike a-learning that supports collaborative learning.

An a-learning program includes:

(a) Exercises: As a-learning courses are based on action, they include exercises that learners complete while working on a job.

(b) Reusability: A-learning programs can be used many times without getting stagnant.

(c) Collaboration: A-learning enables interaction of multiple users. For instance, a manager can employ other managers or staff to arrive at an appropriate conclusion in a decision-making program.

Though a-learning does not use tests and quizzes to assess the learning and relies on improvement in job-related assessment to measure the impact of training.

Therefore, a-learning should be employed when specific skills need to be built in employees, while e-learning should be used for imparting new knowledge.

From India, Delhi
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Dear Archna, Interesting inputs on A Learning. Could you suggested any examples or any websites where I could experience A Learning in action. Regards Shabbar
From India, Mumbai
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Hi, can you please throw some more light on A-learning? Do you have any information regarding syndicate work? I want more information on action learning and syndicate work, and also how these two are related.

Thanks

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Dear Archana,

Very good thoughts. E-learning can never provide for collaboration and sharing experiences. Often, in training, learning does not come from the faculty or text; the best nugget comes from the co-participant.

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Vipul

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