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7. Considerations for Taking the Program Online

Provide for TrainingDefine Training Needs

Provide for Training

MonitorDesign and Plan

TrainingEvaluate Training

Outcomes

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Online

> Define what learning objectives may be met or enhanced through the use of online training

> For each level of auditor or course, define the components which will be delivered in the classroom, online or blended

> Whether a course is classroom or online, certain modules may be provided online and allow “on-demand” study – for students to study at their own pace and convenience

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Online Course Benefits

> Increases accessibility

> Reduces travel and time costs for trainers and students

> Allows for cost-effective on-going modular training

> Allows students to “self-study” by accessing modules “on-demand” - students choose from various available options to to suit goals and learning style

> Allows for trainers and students to give structured feedback and follow up effectively

> Provides structured channels for continued learning – creates online community groups and resources

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Online Course Benefits (continued)

> Provide structured channels for horizontal (peer-to-peer) learning which trainers can facilitate

> Facilitate tracking of student activities and performance

> Facilitate documentation, centralization and vetting of dynamic content and feedback

> Facilitate standardization of delivery

> Facilitate collection of localized case studies

> Allow for online community of international auditors and students to calibrate and learn about local and cultural issues

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Overview of Online Training Delivery

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Common Data Storage & Reporting

Learning Management System

Classes/Events Management

Live Video

2-Way Audio

SharingCollaboration,

Chat, Break-outs

Video & Custom On-line Courses

Exams & Certification

Live & On-demand Interactive Classrooms

Live & On-demand Interactive

Desktop (PC)

On-demand & Self-study

Instructor-Led Training

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Common Features of Online Training

> When designing online courses and choosing learning software platforms, look for the following capabilities:

– Video streaming– Recorded modules and documents downloadable on demand– VoIP or PBX bridging audio support – “Hand-up” audio questions or statements by the learner, enabled

by the instructor – Sharing of the learners’ videos and materials if enabled by the

presenter – Quizzing and testing with instant feedback– Polling and surveying

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Common Features of Online Training (continued)

> When designing on-line courses and choosing IT platforms, look for the following capabilities:

– Chat room and message boards

– Instant Messaging and text messaging

– Brainstorming participation

– Whiteboard mark-up participation

– Breakout sessions

– Blogging

– Collaboration with peers (“horizontal” knowledge transfers)

– The recording of live sessions, for on-demand review, with chat support

– Detailed results tracking, archiving and reporting

– Searchable wiki-style knowledge base

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