Classroom Restrictions Reveal Benefits of Online Learning

Although switching from in-person to online training amid the pandemic has been stressful, it has revealed a silver lining. The enforced lockdown has inspired many businesses, including the cleaning industry, to try new methods of learning that many had been apprehensive of before the pandemic, the European Cleaning Journal reports. As a result, people are more willing to embrace online learning and are more comfortable with it going forward.

Research suggests online learning typically requires 40% to 60% less employee time than learning the same material in the traditional classroom setting. In addition, e-learning can increase knowledge retention rates by 25% to 65% compared to 8% to 10% during face-to-face training, according to the Research Institute of America. Online learning participants can learn up to five times more material without increasing time spent in direct delivery training.

Industries have embraced online webinars covering multiple topics without the time and travel costs. The European Cleaning Journal specifically called out ISSA for providing, “a summer of excellent learning opportunities.”

ISSA will continue to offer online educational opportunities this fall through ISSA Show North America Virtual Experience, November 16-19. Examine the variety of courses available in nine educational tracks and register here.