E-Learning in the workplace: A New Zealand perspective

Abstract

In the current evolving economic environment, it is important for organisations to effectively implement and utilise e-learning applications, strategies and techniques to up-skill their workforce so that they are more productive, higher performing and competitive in regional, national and global contexts. This invited presentation reviewed: • How Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) and e-learning applications are currently used within industry- nationally and internationally- to build workforce capability. • How e-learning currently contributes to the achievement of advanced trade, technical and professional qualifications to meet regional and national industry needs. • The potential New Zealand industry demand for training delivered through ICT and e-learning methodologies. • How enterprises, from small to large, can be informed of the most appropriate blend of e-learning strategies, processes and procedures for their specific situation. • The identification of critical success factors for e-learning implementation.