A learning management system is the perfect combination of technology and education that makes learning a fun and enduring process. An LMS makes use of various elements for imparting knowledge as well as training in an organization. To name a few we have the audio-based learning, PDF's, video-based learning, etc. are some of the most popular elements used in the training process.
'If an image speaks 1000 words, a video speaks 10000 words' – This famous saying beautifully coats the significance of a video. The video is the visual form of imparting training and knowledge and investing in this type of training has more benefits than cons. There might arise a question as to how to make use of a video-based learning to maximise the efficiency of your learning management system? Before we proceed into the different categories of using a video-based learning concept let me take you through the perks of investing in this type of learning.
Advantages of video-based training
- Makes learning fun and effective
- Helps in retaining the content for a longer period of time
- Encourages a good amount of participation
- A cost-effective training mechanism
These are some of the prominent benefits of the video-based learning. Apart from these, it also contributes in bringing about an element of vibrancy in the entire training process. A change sometimes brings in resistance as this exerts an altogether different thought process and the way in which they are being accepted. Switching from the regular verbal or the power-point based training sessions could initially bring in some resistance. But with its convenience more and more people would slowly accept the video-based learning concept. Now, how and where to use these video based learning to boost the productivity. Read on to find out about them.
1. Used for communication skills training
'The Art of Communication is the language of the leadership' – a quote that very well emphasizes the importance of good communication skills. Not all have an innate ability to communicate well, some need to be trained in communicating. Training for communication skills is one of the important aspects that an organization cannot refrain from and a video-based learning could be an ideal choice to make this training efficient and worth the efforts. Make use of some really poignant yet innovative videos that help in imparting the right amount of training to its staff members.
2. Used for induction training
An induction training is often ladened with introductory lectures, power point presentations and written content that fuels the minds of all the new joinees. A video-based learning could bring in a change in this stereotype induction trainings by making it innovative and effective. The employees would be more than happy to being welcomed with an energetic induction program.
3. Used for product/project training
With the launch of a new product or a new project, all the employees are called in for a meeting which is followed by a power point presentation and few verbal enlightenment on the new product or the project.
4. Used for compliance training
Each and every organization has its own set of rules and regulations that govern its functioning. It becomes necessary to update or rather educate the employees with all the rules and regulations so that there is an essence of discipline in the atmosphere. Going through the rules, regulations and policies sometimes becomes quite difficult or rather monotonous, hence to eradicate this, a video-based learning would be the perfect choice.
5. Used for sales training
Sales are one of the important and essential processes of an organization. The video-based learning would be an ideal choice for imparting sales training to all its employees. It is an effective and innovative way to make your sales team aware of all the products and services, along with the marketing strategies that will help them in their selling process.
6. Used for software training
Any new software application, you need to make your staff members aware of it. The traditional method involved powerpoint presentations or a lecture that decoded the functioning of a newly launched software. Why not use the video-based training? This would not only be engaging but also worth the efforts as the staff members would find it easy to understand the new software.
Final Note
Slowly and steadily you start finding new and innovative ways to replace the long lectures, pages of information and the monotonous method of imparting training by introducing the video-based learning paradigm. The use of video-based learning is a small change in the method of imparting training. Moreover, it is one of the most effective as well as the most efficient way to conduct atraining in an organization through a learning management system.