Isoph is an organisation that works with non-profits to develop online learning programs. It also offers an LMS, called Isoph Blue. A recent survey, in conjunction with The Nonprofit Technology Enterprise Network looked at the adoption of e-learning among non-profits. Some of the initial results from the 697 respondents are:
- Over 50% of total respondents are either using e-learning or plan to within 12 months.
- Of respondents with budgets over $10 million, 66% are currently using e-learning.
- 61.4% expect to increase resources for e-learning in the next year.
- Organizations are using e-learning for a wide variety of purposes:
- 67% use e-learning for staff training.
- 52% use e-learning for public workshops.
- 34% use e-learning for volunteer training.
Go to the Isoph website for more resources and information for non-profits.
Update: The full report (11 page PDF) is now available from Isoph. Nothing earth-shattering in this report but some interesting stats on barriers to adoption, "What are the three biggest barriers for your organization in developing e-learning?" Highest responses included: Staff Time; Expertise, and Concern for Effectiveness.
http://www.campusforpeace.orgThe Open University of Catalonia (Universitat Oberta de Catalunya) is doing a similar thing under its cooperation for development program, the Campus for Peace, but usually for free, offering also its own LMS, learning objects and, as trainers, online volunteers recruited from the University Community (students, teachers, management staff, etc.).
Ismael
ICTlogy.net
Thank youThanks Ismael. I knew that if I posted this, there was a chance to find out about other options for non-profits.
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