To remain on the edge of their careers these days, techies require a new approach to personal learning. A Merrill Lynch report on the education industry indicates that there has been a fundamental shift toward a knowledge economy. Four-year degrees are not without value, but learning is now considered a lifelong pursuit. It's a great time to move into that next career level. All you need is some training under your belt' Online training might be the answer There are almost as many learning styles as there are things to learn.
Studies indicate that most techies prefer classroom training.
Others don't need the leadership of an instructor and are comfortable hunching over a textbook. But Web-based training may provide the ingredients for an effective personalized approach to learning. For those who need an interactive experience, but who want the freedom to stop and start, and to learn at their own pace, WBT may be the right fit. And because it's computer-based, it can all be saved for future reference. With countless WBT vendors vying for techies' attention, it can be hard to decide where to turn.