Share Paper: Analysis of the Return on Investment for E-Learning and Multimedia in Adult Learning and Training in the Business and Industry Environment

  1. Terry Kidd, University of Houston, United States
Friday, October 28 2:45 PM-3:05 PM Junior Ballroom D

Abstract: Is multimedia an effective instructional tool for e-learning via on the job training? This question was investigated through the evaluation of existing research materials on e-learning and multimedia based instruction. Research has shown that multimedia and e-learning solutions have a positive effect on job training and job performance. It is an effective instructional tool both in cost and in instructional interventions. This paper begins with a background discussion into the definition and appropriate training issues dealing with e-learning and multimedia instructional tools including adult learning, active training method that are associated with the interactive multimedia based instruction, as well as, ...