Advantages of computer based trainings

Computer-assisted learning is a very powerful alternative to more traditional approaches, but may not be appropriate in all cases. CBT development costs are higher than instructor-led courses, but delivery costs are much lower. Thus, CBT becomes more cost-effective as the number of students increases even though they may be geographically dispersed.

CBT is almost always the best choice even for a small, local student population if consistency of message, easy review of material, timing of training, and availability of instructors are significant factors.

Advantages of the CBT for both programs and students are typically realized in the following:

Cost savings:
CBT avoids the expense and loss of work involved in traveling to a central location for training.

Timesavings:
Studies show that CBT typically reduces the time required to learn material by 40-60 percent when compared to instructor-led courses.

Just-in-time learning:
The time delay between the end of a scheduled class and the student's first opportunity to use what they have learned results in a reduction in retained knowledge. A standalone CBT course allows the student to take the course when it is needed and put the new knowledge to work immediately. This results in reinforcement of what has been learned and greatly increases long-term retention.

Persistence of learning:
Studies show that students typically retain twice as much information from a CBT course that covers the same material as an instructor-led course. This is due to the intense interaction inherent in the CBT format, the ability to move through the material at the student's own pace and the ability to review material as many times as required.

Convenience:
The ability to take the course as time permits, instead of arranging the student's activities around a class schedule, is a major advantage.