In the past I used overheads to present selected tables or figures. Now each module I teach is accompanied by a full set of slides that serve as an outline of the lecture as well as provide tables and figures. Students receive verbal and visual stimuli to reinforce the material, and they can see how the material is organized. I now devote more class time to discussions, cases, and video exercises because I can more efficiently present the material. Less time lecturing seems to be a relief to students who have never found me to be an inspiring orator.
Students appear to be more successful and satisfied with the electronic learning experience.
Nevertheless, the start up cost did come at the expense of slowing down my research activity. Research Technology has always been important in my research by allowing me to perform complicated statistical analysis and to produce professional manuscripts. Research materials are now more available to students and faculty alike. My business school has launched a Global Programs Web site that provides resources on international business. International business schools are developing their own databases such as the World Competitiveness Report compiled by IMD in Switzerland.