The virtual revolution: the classroom without walls
The times, they are a-changin’…
and so too is the way we approach professional development.
As we step boldly into the digital age, a virtual revolution is sweeping through the world of learning and training. Leaving the confines of the classroom behind, a new frontier has emerged, one where the power of technology has given rise to to a new form of learning: Live Online Training.
Today’s training sessions are dynamic, interactive, and incredibly effective. With the ability to learn from experts worldwide, professionals are opening up new avenues for growth and advancement.
Live Online Training refers to a learning environment where the instructor and learners are separated by physical distance but connected via technology. This method of instruction leverages video conferencing tools, interactive platforms, and digital collaboration tools, enabling learners to interact with instructors and peers in real-time, regardless of their geographical location.
In 2020, the global eLearning market was valued at $250.8 billion, with a significant portion attributed to virtual training. This reflects the dramatic shift towards digital learning, accelerated by the COVID-19 pandemic.
As organizations scrambled to adapt to remote work arrangements, Live Online Training emerged as a vital tool to continue professional development initiatives without disruption.
The benefits of Live Online Training are manifold. It offers for example flexibility, it also provides immediate feedback and interaction, and it can be tailored to individual learning styles and paces, promoting a more engaging and effective learning experience.
Let’s explore a real-world customer experience in overcoming the challenges of upskilling a distributed workforce on the latest version of Siemens NX.
This tale of transformation reveals how Siemens’ Live Online Training came to the rescue, providing a flexible and efficient solution to meet the team’s needs:
The Challenge
Our design team was scattered across four different locations, making it difficult to bring everyone together for an on-site training. Many of my colleagues also had busy schedules and couldn’t afford to be away from their desks for multiple days. I needed a training solution that was flexible, effective, and didn’t disrupt our schedules too much.
The Solution
Siemens Xcelerator Academy virtual NX training classes provided the perfect answer. The online sessions allowed our entire team to participate remotely, without the need for travel or time away from the office. The instructors were experienced NX experts who delivered the training content in an engaging, interactive manner – just as they would in a physical classroom setting. Labs were the most popular aspect of the training with real life experiences and numerous examples for hands on learning.
The Benefits
Expert-Led Instruction: seasoned experts guided our training classes. These trainers, with their extensive experience and deep understanding of the NX software, were able to guide us through complex concepts using applicable examples and hands-on labs. The depth of their expertise was clear in the way they navigated the course content and addressed our queries.
Flexibility: Our team could log in from anywhere, at any time, to attend the virtual training sessions. This eliminated the need for travel and accommodation, saving both time and money.
Personalized learning: The small class sizes and interactive format ensured that each participant received personalized attention and support from the instructor. We could ask questions, share our challenges, and get immediate feedback.
Seamless and interactive collaboration: The virtual training platform enabled us to collaborate in real-time, sharing screens, annotating designs, and working through exercises and simulated labs together, just as we would in a physical classroom on real software installations.
Increased Productivity: The team was able to continue working on critical projects while also enhancing their NX skills. This allowed us to maintain momentum and avoid major disruptions to our workflow, while increasing skills/productivity and adoption of the software.
The Outcome
Thanks to Siemens Xcelerator Academy NX Live Online Training, our design team was able to quickly and effectively upgrade their skills, without sacrificing productivity or incurring significant costs. The training has already paid dividends, as we’ve been able to leverage the new capabilities of NX to streamline our design processes and deliver innovative products to our customers.
If your team is facing similar challenges, I highly recommend exploring Siemens’ virtual training options. It’s a game-changer for modern, distributed organizations like ours.
Happy learning with Siemens Xcelerator Academy!
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Authors: Abhyuday Mukhopadhyay and Cristiana Cerrato Accomazzo
