Employee Learning Development (ELD) - 23 April 2012

I had learn Employee Learning Development (ELD), which is a process of enhance employees’ knowledge. It also aims the organizations and employees to achieve the goals, as well as increase the job performance. In my opinion, ELD is a training program that conducted online, instead of the traditional classroom training and computer-based training.

           During the lesson, I had learnt about the advantages and disadvantages of ELD system. First advantage is cost effective and I think that this is because no learning materials and instructors are needed. Besides, ELD system is easier to be assessed, or in other word, it is more convenience. The employees can assess the information about training programs at anytime and anywhere.

          The first disadvantage of ELD system is lack of personal contact. This is because no trainers are required. However, this can be encountered by installing communication tools together with training modules. The second disadvantage of ELD system is lack of motivation. This is because the training program cannot be          completed if employees have low self-motivation. But, this can be encountered by giving incentives.

         In conclusion, i think that ELD system is very useful because its advantages are outweight the disadvantages. 

Reference:

Bolliger, D. U. (2003). The Design and Field Test of a Web-Based Training Program for Future School Administrators in a Northwest Florida School District. The Journal of Interactive Online Learning, 1(3).