1. Engaging Staff With E-Learning
SHORT presentation, Q&A (15 min)
Sharing experiences(40 min)
Three action points(5 min)
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2. Engaging Staff With E-Learning
What is E-Learning?
E- learning (Electronic learning) is a method of providing, supporting or enhancing learning via the Internet, network or standalone computer.
Internet, intranet, video and audio-conferencing, , electronic discussion groups & CD/DVD
One tool in the portfolio of training resources
Wide range of approaches:
simple, e.g. browsing and sophisticated, e.g. online tutoring
30mins and months, even years
individual and collaborative learning
local and distance
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3. Why E-Learning? Clear Overall Purpose
Flexible, on-demand solution to extensive training requirements.
E-Learning has the potential to give learners control over what they learn, when they learn it and how they learn it.
By offering staff this opportunity, an NHS organisation can reasonably expect to:
retain more staff who are
more motivated, better qualified and so
deliver better patient care.
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4. Engaging Staff With E-Learning
Who are the ‘Staff’?
EVERY member of the organisation from board level down.
How can E-Learning can help them achieve their professional and personal objectives. Personalised (tailored to existing skills) and relevant
Staff objectives will be different at each management level and professional group
Integrate with departmental, organisational, regional and national objectives/strategies
particularly Education, Training and Development Strategies and specifically Knowledge and Skills Framework (KSF)
Focus on the outcome not the method
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5. Engaging Staff With E-Learning
Challenges
Engaging Staff
Intimidated by PCs
What is E-Learning?
Cynicism based on experience (managers)
E-Learning Skills
PC Confidence - file management, , internet & word processing
Time management, Self discipline
Resources
Technical
Access to PCs
Content quality
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6. What does Engaging Staff Mean?
Listening to staff - finding out where are they now, where they want to be
Explaining what E-Learning is and exploring ways how E-Learning can help achieve their objectives
Supporting staff to develop E-Learning skills and overcoming barriers to effective participation before and during activity
Managing expectations
Maintaining motivation
Increasing awareness of what E-Learning resources are available
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7. Engaging Staff With E-Learning
HOW? Key Influencers
A top down approach is most effective, but not the only way
Education & Training Leads - Integral to strategy
Training Managers/Trainers
Librarians
CPD Managers
Union Learning Representatives
Departmental Managers
IT Department
Progressive individuals - E-Learning champions
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8. Engaging Staff With E-Learning
HOW? Communication
Act as E-Learning consultant
Where are they now, Where do they want to be and how can E-Learning help them get there
Advise on effective use, development and purchase of E-Learning resources, backed up by evidence
Establish & support E-Learning Champions to engage staff and promote E-Learning locally
Encourage sharing of best practice and resources across organisations
Database
Establish forums for discussion
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9. HOW? Awareness & Publicity
Map against KSF and other relevant qualification frameworks for easy selection.
Roadshows, Workshops
Focus on outcome, not method, ie. Don’t have to even mention E-Learning
Posters, screensavers, s, newsletters
Go for small scale, short term successes
Internet Café
PCs just for E-Learning
Resources on Intranet and/or Share Drives
Encourage word of mouth and get testimonials and/or develop local case studies
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10. HOW? Optimise resources
Identify and prioritise common training requirements.
Refer to organisational objectives and regional/national strategies, particularly Knowledge and Skills Framework (KSF)
Identify resources to fulfil requirements
What’s available from SHA, NHSIA, NHSU, Other Trusts(local & national).
Free courses - search on the Internet.
Joint and creative procurement solutions
Offer your solutions to other organisations
Have a content quality standard
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11. Engaging Staff With E-Learning
HOW? Maintain Momentum
E-Learning is not Fire and Forget
Support implementation, publicity etc.
Keep in touch with the learners
Gain feedback and adapt
Is the course meeting expectations?
Are they being adequately supported?
Particularly if exclusively online
Are they up to date and managing time OK?
Is the initial motivation being maintained?
Look for ways to improve access, provide more resources, etc
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