It was practical, inexpensive, and convenient. The chief benefit is convenience. As a former training director, I know how difficult it is for people to find time to go to a class. During the day, training interferes with work, and people want to go home to their families in the evening. Going to training can be a real hardship on people, yet the fear of losing their technical currency is profound.
Distance learning is a great answer.
During lunch, while they're munching on a sandwich, they can sit right there and work through the course a little further. Improved Quality But distance learning isn't just more convenient. It often provides a higher quality learning experience, as well. In fact, Ness Giles is the director of operational instruction at the University of Maryland University College. They work with about 3,000 students each semester.