Describes how and why one company made a commitment to distance learning on the Internet and highlights factors to consider when making this decision. (JOW)

Cheaper than teleconferencing, training via electronic mail offers a disciplined schedule for completing a course at students' convenience and interactivity in communicating with instructors and fellow students. (SK)

Reasons people do not complete online training courses include (1) no incentives, (2) lack of connectedness, (3) learner preference for instructor-led courses, (4) poor course design, (5) "some is enough," and (6) lack of perks. Course delivery must consider three elements: the technology, course design, and the learning environment. (JOW)

Discusses the difficulties involved with pricing an online training course. Looks at such issues as the size of the marketplace, the ability to use the same course many times, the switch from time-centered to content-centered courses, the amount of time needed to complete a specific course, and the need for multimedia training materials. (JOW)