A question arises with almost
each of you which is better “Classroom training or online training”. The answer
is not direct. It depends on you on which serves your need. We will help you
with some information and opinion which will help you in deciding which mode to
go with.
Read below to have an in-depth
look at the pros and cons of classroom training vs. online training.
Audience engagement
Nothing can be better than
speaking directly to the instructor as there is a mix of verbal communication
and non-verbal communication like body language, expressions, hand gestures
etc. But, few online methods of teaching like webinars have also encompassed
this feature of non-verbal communication.
We believe that audience engagement
is more in classroom training in comparison to virtual training.
Adaptability of training
An online training is designed
for many individuals but they are designed such that all can have a resource
for self. It means that a student can study an online course at his own
comfort. He can skip the topics he has already mastered and can study difficult
and interesting topics as many times as he wants.
Classroom training is meant for a
bunch of students so it is more restrictive in terms of topics to be taught.
But, it offers two way communication and discussions with has its own benefits.
Overall, adaptability of training
is much better in virtual training.
Convenience
Online training containing
recorded videos and content based study materials and evaluation can be
accessed anytime and anywhere having an internet connection.
Live training either webinar or
classroom training follow a specific schedule and students have to be present
at the given time. If some students is not able to attend classes, they miss
that topic.
So, online training is more
convenient compared to live training.
Cost
Using online training, we can
cater to an unlimited audience without involving any other travel costs. Once
created, it can be used for a longer period. On the other hand, classroom
training can be costly in terms to instructor being available for every class
and travelling to that place physically.
Protected learning
Virtual learning being accessible
anywhere leads to problem of interruptions. Usually the online training are
accessed by student at home and interruptions are common. So, this switching of
tasks leads to productivity loss.
But, classroom training have a
different atmosphere where you can absorb the content. Your instructor can
monitor the learning and environment.
Concluding, we can say that both
online learning and classroom learning have its own pros and cons. Best approach
is to go for a blended learning approach which is a mix of classroom and online
learning. It is most fruitful out of all available approaches. So, we would
recommend to give it a try.
Try Digverve
blended learning management solutions.
