“What is the meaning of training in teaching?
Teaching focuses on imparting knowledge and facilitating learning, while training concentrates on developing specific skills and abilities. Teaching emphasizes understanding and conceptual comprehension, whereas training places emphasis on practical application and execution.” (Testbook, n.d.)
I had to think about how I would implement a training programme in EDI for social justice, for industry professionals as part of my research, after deciding that my intervention would be such. Upon examining the definition of training, it became evident that, as it teaches individuals the skills necessary to perform a specific task, my intervention would assist professionals in comprehending their responsibilities and ways to be inclusive in their employability interactions with students. Consequently, the training would promote and impact social justice in LCC’s career education. (www.edubrite.com, n.d.).
A vast array of strategies has been incorporated into training methods, ranging from conventional classes to contemporary technology-enhanced alternatives. Considering many criteria such as the desired content (EDI), learning objectives, target audience (industry professionals), and the resources my audience has access to (such as laptops, tablets, and mobile phones), I would have to select the training technique or mode, which would be most appropriate. (Gupta, 2021).
Given the wealth of training methodologies available for the topic—notably EDI—my objective was to ascertain which of the two modes that I was contemplating would be the most appropriate for my intervention.
eLearning is a computer-based training technique that provides objectives and content online to learners at a distance. It can simulate a classroom setting and is frequently supplemented with online reading material and videos to enhance the subject matter. The benefit of this is that the audience may complete the task on their own and there is no need for an instructor to oversee the levels. Typically, platforms track progress through quizzes and other interactive activities, and some even provide recognition for the training’s effectiveness to the audience. (Gore, 2023).
Instructor-led training or In-person training involves hands-on activities and physical attendance; it is often conducted under the guidance of a teacher on a set timetable. Instructors are needed for this type of instruction to keep an eye on students’ development and involvement. This encourages students studying difficult or delicate subjects to form relationships and provide help. Because information overload during in-person training might result in poor memory and a lack of passion for continuing learning, brief, concentrated lectures are employed to keep the audience engaged (www.continu.com, n.d).
One-on-one attention, the requirement for an instructor, the necessity for a suitable place for the trainees, and the inability of students to work at their own pace are the key drawbacks of in-person training. (Hunter, 2023)
In addition to being more beneficial for the environment, online learning is also more successful for students. The Open University in the United Kingdom claims that compared to traditional in-person courses, online courses use 90% less energy and emit 85% fewer CO2 per student. (Christians, 2022). Another advantage of e-learning is its flexibility. With so many courses and resources available at their convenience, learners from all backgrounds are no longer hindered by time or distance restrictions (blog.talentgarden.com, n.d.).
The most likely drawback would be technical issues because my systems’ platforms and software are external and might not be familiar to a professional device used in the business. Online learning requires the use of the internet. The ability to access classes may be hampered by technical problems such as problems with your laptop, program compatibility, or internet connectivity (Cohen, 2023).
If my audience claims they’re having trouble, I can ask them to come in or try again, or I can ask the UAL digital learning department to help. As a result, even when the professionals are not on the internet, resources may still be available for download. Planning such eventualities may be necessary, on my end, but this might be a way to deal with technological difficulties and keep my activities from ceasing to take place. (Cohen, 2023)
Upon examining the logistics of my intervention, I concluded that online training was the most suitable option because of its advantages. This prompted me to look for training that would satisfy the social justice topic and ask the appropriate teams for advice and assistance.
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