| • | Content-on-Demand allows the student complete scheduling flexibility to start or stop the course at any time. The course can be taken in small pieces to aid retention. |
| • | The student controls the pace of action. Studies of adult learning indicate that control by the student enhances the learning experience.
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| • | Just-In-Time learning provides acquisition of skills close to the time those skills will be needed.
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| • | On-line content is accessible for review as applications arise. Lessons can be revisited as required. |
| • | Students can leverage the time investment by skipping sections with familiar content, and spending more time on more difficult material. |
| • | On-line quizzes provide immediate feedback. |
| • | Virtual Discussion forum simulates class discussion in an organized, researchable fashion. Everyone has equal access to questions and responses. |
| • | Exploratory learning is encouraged by links to related subjects, again giving the student greater control over course direction. |
| • | On-line learning has a lower cost, both directly and indirectly. Travel expenses are eliminated, and natural business downtime can be utilized. |
| • | The message is consistent between all students. |
| • | Mixed media repeats the message in different formats to stimulate student interest and aid retention. |
| • | On-line learning can be combined with classroom instruction to develop a blended approach, which takes advantage of the best of both delivery methods.
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