eLearning Cost

December 23, 2015

6 Costs Associated With Web Conferencing Software In eLearning

Web conferencing tools allow eLearning professionals to stay in touch with their team, host interactive webinars, and communicate with clients from around the globe. But what price do you have to pay for all these benefits? In this article, I'll highlight 6 costs associated with web conferencing software in eLearning.

by Christopher Pappas

December 3, 2015

Tight eLearning Budget: 6 Tips To Create An Amazing Online Training Course

Unlimited eLearning budgets are the exception, not the rule. So, how can eLearning professionals create effective and memorable online training courses with minimal resources? In this article, I’ll share 6 tips that you can deliver top notch online training experiences without paying top dollar.

by Christopher Pappas

November 17, 2015

5 eLearning Costs That May Put At Risk Your eLearning Budget

Want to know how you can stay within your eLearning budget and get the most out of every resource? In this article, I’ll highlight the 5 most common eLearning costs that can put your eLearning budget in jeopardy, so that you can know how to tackle them when they show up on your expense sheet.

by Christopher Pappas

November 12, 2015

Deploying eLearning In Africa: Cost Effective Strategies

Cost should never be a deterrent for deploying eLearning in Africa. There are cost effective and quick strategies that can be applied to these reduce costs, making the vision for quality education for all possible.

by Danai Nhando

November 11, 2015

Why Do We Still Bulk Buy eLearning Courses?

The way that companies buy off the shelf eLearning is changing. A new generation of online operators like Learndirect’s eCourses offer, Course-Source.net, Lynda.com, and eLearning Marketplace (to name a few) are offering various viable alternatives to the traditional “site license” that’s dominated eLearning procurement so far. So what should we expect as the industry’s new online buying models go mainstream?

by Tony Small

October 27, 2015

6 Hidden Costs Of eLearning Course Authoring Software

You’ve spent hours researching your next eLearning course authoring software, looking for the solution that meets both your needs and budget. However, before you click that “Buy” button, read this article to discover 6 hidden costs of eLearning course authoring software that every eLearning professional should know about.

by Christopher Pappas

October 16, 2015

The Insider's Guide To Video Conferencing Pricing Models

Whether you are trying to improve productivity among your eLearning team members, or want to add a more human element to your eLearning course, video conferencing tools are the ideal solution. But how big of a chunk will they take out of your project budget, and what are the most popular pricing models? In this article, I'll explore the video conferencing pricing structures that are available today.

by Christopher Pappas

October 5, 2015

What We Do Instead Of eLearning ROI Calculation

eLearning specialists constantly face a lot of “why” questions. Why is eLearning indispensable for the company? Why does it need special (and annually increasing) budget? Why can’t online courses be replaced with conventional mentoring or training? It isn’t always easy to prove the worth of eLearning. In this article I will share some effective eLearning ROI calculating methods, key metrics, calculators, and templates in order to measure the effectiveness of your eLearning.

by Elena Masolova

September 24, 2015

20 Questions To Ask Before Paying For An Online Course

Sometimes it makes sense to outsource the development of an online course. But before you throw your money out the door, you should answer these 20 questions.

by Ryan Tracey

September 9, 2015

The Open Source LMS: Are Its Hidden Costs Worth Making?

Open source software is like wielding a two handed broadsword: It’s a magnificent weapon if you can master it. But without the skill, chances are high you’ll look like a dangerous fool waving a big piece of metal, possibly decapitating yourself. And you’d rather not. The same goes for an open source LMS.

by Gilles Mattelin (Hiring)

September 3, 2015

6 Tips To Price Your eLearning Courses

Content development, target audience research, and marketing are usually regarded as the most important elements of developing a successful eLearning course. Figuring out the perfect price point of the eLearning course belongs at the top of the list. In this article, I’ll go over 6 top tips on how to price your eLearning courses to sell.

by Christopher Pappas

September 2, 2015

The Insider's Guide To Authoring Tools Pricing Models

The key to developing a successful eLearning experience is using every tool at your disposal. But first, you have to know what those tools are and what resources they'll require. If you're trying to build up your eLearning toolbox, then you are in the right place. Below I'll explore the authoring tools pricing models for both installed self-hosted and cloud-based solutions that you might want to consider.

by Christopher Pappas