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Video Ehancement — Richer Communication in an Online Environment

Posted on May 22, 2007 | Filed Under Elearning Articles, Elearning Articles, Elearning Design, Elearning Development, Elearning Introduction 

People tend to learn better when they are exposed to information via many different modes of communication.  Adding video to your e-Learning courses is an enhancement means of providing your learners with a richer, more full learning experience.   

One of the negatives frequently associated with e-Learning is the reliance on reading comprehension and writing skills necessary to comprehend training materials.  People who have strong reading and writing skills don’t fully comprehend the implications of a training platform that is based on sending written messages back and forth. 

Keep in mind that much e-Learning is designed for use in business and industry settings.  Many jobs that people perform do not require high-level reading and writing skills.  Yet, these jobs do require training.  New hires have to be trained on how to perform the essentials functions of their new positions.  Employees have to receive ongoing training and development to keep up with technology and to prepare for promotional opportunities. 

Introducing a video component into your e-Learning curriculum can be an excellent means of reaching out to learners who don’t have the best reading comprehension skills.  Watching a video and hearing a lecture is a more rich communication experience than simply reading text on a computer screen.  Today’s technology makes it easier to provide e-Learners with a very rich learning experience that combines sight and sound with text.

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