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Elearning has developed beyond recognition from its early years when end users had to struggle with floppy disks and headache-inducing monitors. Today, it incorporates interactive graphics and animations and sophisticated learner management systems which have brought the learning process to life.

Providers of electronic learning in the recent past have vied with each other to create learner management systems which are increasingly sophisticated and interactive. Many providers diverted considerable development resources to building impressive learning platforms.

Yet all too often the standard of the underlying content does not match the improved mode of delivery and many providers have found to their cost that the most important ingredient in learning is good content.

So what constitutes good elearning content? The answer is that it must be relevant and current. The modern work environment is changing rapidly and what was relevant and current last year can quickly become outdated. New technology allows people to work more effectively and efficiently than ever before but the technology must still first be understood and mastered.

With the advent of the internet the best practices and resources for business, information technology and finance can be studied and applied all over the world. Companies have the responsibility to invest in their human capital and ensure that employees can keep learning the skills they need to do the best job that they can.

Electronic learning provides a host of solutions for formal and informal training with interactive courseware, simulations and access to online business, IT and desktop resources. New courses and software are added continuously especially in areas like project management and leadership training where new thoughts and challenges are always emerging.

In developing economies like South Africa, the provision of quality learning allows companies to have access to best practices in industry and to remain current and relevant. An effective corporate elearning strategy will ensure that high quality, on-demand learning is available to those who need it most.

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