Learning Technology

Learning Technology

Top tips for learning professionals when looking at new learning technologies

Over the past few years, both educational institutions and corporate enterprises have been given access to an increasing number of learning platforms, which are effectively self-service. This is in stark contrast to the days when IT departments were in complete control of every tech-orientated device or program an organisation utilised. As a result, end users can use advanced learning platforms with the greatest of ease and even create their own content or build their own courses. But this doesn’t mean IT departments are no longer required, as they must now act as the contact point between the learning technology provider and the learning technology user, regardless of whether its an academic- or business-based. However, this also means that new job roles are being created, which bridge the gap between technology teams and HR departments. Greater integration is required due to the fact that IT assets are joining forces with the long-established responsibilities of staff, such as creating and delivering training. To give an example, instructional designers are now on hand to blend modern tech-based skills with traditional learning and development requirements. You would think this needs to be someone with an IT background and knowledge of coding or support, but