New approaches in the training and education of online users

Abstract

Following a brief introduction to the history of online and online training, this article surveys current training from the point of view of the trainers, the trainees and the media. The final section deals in depth with computer‐assisted instruction for online searching with examples drawn from a number of available packages. Some of the techniques, such as self‐testing and search simulations, as well as the advantages of this method of instruction are discussed.

Citation

Armstrong, C.J. (1991), "New approaches in the training and education of online users", Online Review, Vol. 15 No. 3/4, pp. 147-171. https://doi.org/10.1108/eb024371