Introduction to Web-Based Training
Stacy Pritt, DVM, MBADirector, Animal Welfare
& Regulatory Compliance
Covance Research Products, Inc.
Outline
DefinitionsUse of WBTAdvantages & DisadvantagesWBT in Laboratory Animal Science
Computer Based Training (CBT)
Training delivered by a computer
Work Station/TerminalOrganizationalIntranet ResourcesMedia
Secure Access
How CBT Improves Training
VideoAudioAnimations/SimulationsTraining on DemandCustomizationFocus on what is neededReference ToolDetermine Knowledge Base
Example
Web Based Training (WBT)
CBT TransformedWBT is not downloaded CBT but on-demand
training stored on a server and is accessed across a network
WBT utilizes the newest technologies and methodologies of the WWW, internet, and intranets
Self-Directed; Self-Paced; Delivered over Distance
How WBT Differs from CBT
Delivers training to users anytime, anywhereEasy updating of contentControllable, trackable accessLearner’s progress can be tracked and stored in a
database for evaluationLinks to other training systemsOptions exist for installing the training on private
systems
Methodologies Used
Virtual RealityInteractionsChat RoomsConferencingReal-time audio and video
How It Works
How It Can Be
Paula Clifford
Nicole Duffee
Exomedia
Example
IACUC training moduleAccess on Intranet onlyMust complete entire module, no options for
targeting specific informationCertificate printed, no other documentation retainedALL
can go to any place within any module at any time (from anywhere)
training documentation maintained online with on-demand access
Four Types of WBT
1. Instructor-Led or Facilitated Training
2. Self-Paced
3. Online Tutorials
4. Web-Based Electronic Performance Support Systems (EPSS)
Martha Rooks
Use of CBT/WBT in Organizations
Why is CBT/WBT appealing? Cost savings Quickly updated
T+D Magazine/ASTD
% of Training Time
BenchmarkingForum Organizations
Advantages of WBT
Decrease time staff are away from their jobs/Cost savings
WBT preferred for rapidly changing materialsUp to date contentMore convenient trainingControlled accessGrowing level of acceptanceTracking of learner progress
Limitations of WBT
Lack of computer/technology knowledgeAccess to computersConnectivity issuesInitial development time & costsAbility to hold the interest of the traineeDesk as a training environmentNon-social learningLack of multimedia
Recommendations
Use WBT as a prerequisite for classroom trainingMake WBT interactiveProvide mandatory deadlines for material
completionObtain management’s supportProvide some print materialsUse WBT as refresher trainingEvaluate WBT
WBT vs. Classroom Training
No limitDevelopment costCurrencyConsistencyIncentives needed for
completionDevelopment of
materials (time)
Social learningExperiential learningPersonalized attentionAttendanceKnowledge evaluationSchedulingClass sizeConsistency
New ILAR Journal
“Training and Adult Learning Strategies for the Care and Use of Laboratory Animals”
March 2007 If you do training and
have not seen this issue, get a copy!
Use of WBT in LAS
Basic orientation requirements (e.g. ethics, regulations)
Initial IACUC member trainingSimulationsTechnician CertificationSelf-assessment tools to identify areas for
development
LAWTE Web site
History of Lab Animal Training and LAWTE
Reprint available at www.lawte.org
The End
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