E-learning at Dartmoor National Park Authority: How to minimize drop-out rates and resistance to future training programs

doi:10.1108/14777281011084720

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Development and Learning in Organizations

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E-learning at Dartmoor National Park Authority: How to minimize drop-out rates and resistance to future training programs

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Title:	E-learning at Dartmoor National Park Authority: How to minimize drop-out rates and resistance to future training programs
Source:	Development and Learning in Organizations, Vol. 24 Iss: 6
pp:	20 - 22
Keywords:	Communication technologies, E-learning, Employee development, Training methods, United Kingdom
Article type:	General review
DOI:	10.1108/14777281011084720 (Permanent URL)
Publisher:	Emerald Group Publishing Limited
Abstract:	Purpose – Reviews the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoints practical implications from cutting-edge research and case studies. Design/methodology/approach – This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the articles in context. Findings – The role of information communication technology (ICT) to increase corporate and individual performance has gained significant review in recent years. Nevertheless, for these improvements in performance to be realized it is not enough to just invest in technology, it is also essential to invest in the organization's human resources. Practical implications – Provides strategic insights and practical thinking that have influenced some of the world's leading organizations. Social implications – Provides strategic insights and practical thinking that can have a broader social impact. Originality/value – The briefing saves busy executives and researchers hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent information and presenting it in a condensed and easy-to-digest format.