We also want to give users online tools to help them assess the type of training they need, keep track of their learning, and engage in online training. In addition to information on Cisco career certifications training, the August phase of the new customer e-learning portal will include baseline and specialized technical training for novice and veteran networking professionals. Training will encompass solutions for all market segments, from service providers to enterprises and small and midsized businesses. Planned learning resources include network reference architectures, product and services news, and in-depth information on technologies gained from Cisco's acquisitions. This approach enables users to sign up for only the portions of courses that they need.
Busy professionals can come back to the course on their timetables without having to start over.
Also offered will be seminars via Webcasts and live, interactive virtual classrooms. While most of the collaborative learning and online events will continue to be offered by Cisco Learning Partners, the e-learning portal will make it easier for users to connect directly with partners' offerings. Cisco Remote Labs provide an interactive, self-paced training system that allows users to connect remotely to actual Cisco hardware and software over the Internet or a corporate intranet. Cisco created CIM to help companies boost the expertise of their field engineers and technical staffs quickly as well as help tackle the IT skills shortage. In addition, the site will incorporate tools that make it possible for individuals and network administrators in charge of large-group training to track and manage the progress of their learning programs.