In today’s digitized business world, traditional in-class learning and training is becoming less and less prominent with individuals and businesses opting for an online learning environment instead.
From webinars to e-conferences, online courses and even virtual classrooms, organisations can choose from a range of different interactive online platforms that help to upskill staff, provide personal development opportunities or gain an industry or formal qualification. Online learning has become increasingly popular in the mining industry in recent times as mining companies realise the value it can add to their business.
Digital learning platforms such as webinars have transformed the way businesses implement their education and training programs. Online learning platforms cater for employees working in remote locations, which is of great benefit to mining and exploration companies as it provides their staff on-site with important learning, professional development and networking opportunities.
MICROMINE Chief Operations Officer, Mike Layng commented “we have had some really strong engagement through our online webinars and the feedback has been really positive. It is an efficient way to upskill our customers on the product. Over the next 12 months we will look to increase the number of webinars MICROMINE hosts and continue to improve the content, which should benefit our customers greatly”.
Outlined below are six key benefits of online learning and how it can make your employees training more engaging and more efficient.
Convenience and Flexibility
Online learning provides a great option for professionals with busy schedules, where they can plan their learning around other commitments such as work and family. Participants do not have to leave the office, miss important meetings, fight traffic or find parking.
Reduced Costs
In a challenging market, online learning programs can be a much more cost effective option for individuals and businesses alike. There are no exorbitant travel, catering or venue hire costs for businesses and with all training materials made available online it removes the need for textbooks, brochures and other print materials.
Comfortable Learning Environment
In an online learning environment, there are no physical classroom sessions so participants can complete the training from anywhere in the world, all that is required is a secure internet connection. They can complete the learning from their office or home. It also allows those in remote locations to participate.
Improve Your Technical Skills
There is a myriad of online learning courses and training available, which provides an opportunity for individuals to increase their technical skills and know-how. Online sessions are often held live so the audience can interpret information, ask questions and receive feedback all in real time.
Business Networking
The use of online learning platforms such as webinars can connect people from all over the globe. It provides the opportunity to interact with people from different industries, professions and regions which promotes innovative thinking and new ideas. It can generate conversation, fosters new business relationships and encourage knowledge sharing.
Personalised Learning
Online participants can pick and choose the type of training courses that are relevant to them. Advanced online training systems can also assist in pushing content to participants depending on their individual profile (location, industry, job title), tailoring the learning experience to suit their needs.
As training models and technologies continue to evolve, it is uncertain what the learning environment for the mining industry will look like in the future. It is important that businesses continue to leverage the value that online learning can bring to an organisation.
Layng added, “the webinars are a great way to interact with our customers. They are free to annual licence holders and cover all three MICROMINE products; Micromine, Geobank and Pitram.”
MICROMINE provide training to its customer base through regular online webinars hosted by Product Managers and Specialists. Providing a channel for MICROMINE to keep customers informed on the latest software updates, provide technical training and receive valuable customer feedback. It also gives the customer an opportunity to answer any technical questions they may have.
Visit the MICROMINE Events Calender and see what events are happening soon
