Is Connectivity Connecting?

Roy SmithDirector

The MRS Consultancy Ltd

Connecting?Technology alone not enoughDisadvantaged groups poorly

servedSupply issues

Micro Businesses & e-learning

Little useNo time

No resourcesNot relevant

E-learn2work

3 years Action ResearchBarriers - micros & individuals

Diagnostics with 426 E-learning developed - 70

Results Focus on critical needs

Natural networksVariable ICT literacySignposting an issueServices not products

Engaging individuals

is keyLearnER environment

not LearnING environmentPeer support

ANDCertificates can be

GoodT-shirts and certificates

33% took up Aset Award

SUPPLIERSEven the good ones

- Mediocre use of technology- e-SGAs

- Limited use of newlearner support

What technology?- H&S issues

- Shopfloor divide- Where’s the pc?- Not for learning

Content & skills-Qualifications not

business needs-DIY learning solution?

but lack of skills

Appropriate support?- Tutor skills

-On the internet – us orthem?

- DIY: can we help?

Making the connection

- Engagement key- Good stuff available

- LearnER environments-Tangible benefits

- Service model