More often than not, managing an elearning project ends up costing more time and money than was envisioned before the project started. The typical reason for this is that elearning projects are much more complex than the 'traditional' training programs they are often compared to. The example with the two lists of project tasks is an example of this.
| Traditional Trainer |
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Elearning Project Manager |
| Identify training need |
Coordinate the TNA process |
| Write training manuals |
Direct the elearning designers |
| Copy training materials |
Supervise the software suppliers |
| Conduct the training programs |
Consult with the IT department |
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Oversee the graphic designers |
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Organise Pilot project and changes |
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Lead the LMS implementation |
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Handle the test process |
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| Result: Trainer trains 120 people per month |
Result: Learning solution used by 5000 people per month |