Global Trainers Academy

2020 has majorly impacted the Learning & Development industry. The Pandemic disrupted traditional educational settings and gave rise to online training sessions to accommodate the new normal of social distancing.

Online training has empowered trainers with the flexibility to train and impart their knowledge regardless of any geographical boundary. It has also given an ancillary boost to the trainers to network and market their courses globally. This year, the professionals gained new responsibilities beyond their traditional training system.

From changing their traditional training process to now investing time to make the online training sessions more creative and self-explanatory, trainers are taking a dynamic and strategic role in the pre-planning process, and post-planning process of creating an online course that associates with the target audience.

FLASHBACK FRIDAY: Global Trainers Academy is a democratic platform with a mission to empower learners by providing the right skills, knowledge, and different learning experiences at their fingertips through the power of technology.

A quick recap of 2020 and how Global Trainers Academy is creating a transformational platform for trainers and learners globally!

2020 was magical for us! As being part of society, we contributed, supported, and empowered many trainers that actively trained more than 5,000 learners globally. This year we introduced many cost-effective and easily accessible features that made the training process tranquil and simplify complex processes.

TO THE YEAR THAT WAS:

We introduced 5 new features to empower our trainers that made the process easier and effective.

Here is a glimpse of the features that makes Global Trainers Academy an extraordinarily online training platform

Feature-1: Ready platform to upload training courses:

Global Trainers Academy gave freedom to trainers and learners to train and learn at their own pace, and at a convenient time through self-learning courses. Trainers could create training courses of their expertise by providing learning materials, and resources like PowerPoints, videos, books, and sessions. Learners could access the course’s download according to their requirements.

Feature-2: Customize your assessment:

We introduced a Know Yourself Assessment for trainers. Here the trainers got insights into the personality, strengths, and core interests of their learners. Trainers could build and customize assessments or tests for learners based on the course.

Feature-3: Transparent transactions with price estimator:

Global Trainers Academy offers transparent transactions through a price estimator feature which helps you evaluate a course’s approximate earning. Our hassle-free course price estimator calculates and breaks down the charges into training session fees, GST, Admin charges, Payment Gateway charges, and total in-hand revenue for trainers.

Feature-4: Secured banking for all transactions:

No more banking confusions. Trainers can avail of the secured in-built bank account with Global Trainers Academy by providing bank name, branch name, IFSC code, and account number

Feature-5: Personalised digital ID:

A trainer’s digital ID is their visiting card as they can share it with their ordinates. Global Trainers Academy’s exclusive digital ID consists of your personal information like email address, contact info, address, and training details. Trainers can begin conversations with their prospects by sharing their digital ID card first and then their portfolio or public profile.

Recognition and accolades for all the hard work

Industrial experts joined our transformation journey as well-wishers

Purva Kakade: A well-known soft skill trainer, socialite, and social worker. She is actively supporting our mission of taking online training and learning beyond boundaries.

Rashmi Mhadgut Andhari: An expert business consultant, strategist, and trainer. She is working towards transforming the training industry with Global Trainers Academy.

Juzer Master: A well-known coach, and founder of Aptitude English Academy. He is recommending our expert courses and programs.

Farida Shabbir Mala: Numerologist, influencer, and women empowerment activist. She guides our mission of transforming lives through learning.

Master courses of the year by our expert trainers

Course Name: Time Management

Master trainer: Brigadier Sushil Bhasin

50 years of experience

Impacted 1,00,000 executives

Conducted over 800 programs

Author of 6 books

This course is a bit hit of the year as the learners from wide locations enrolled and empowered themselves through the course subjects. The Time Management course is still online, you can enroll it anytime.

This course offers:

-Strategies to unlock potential and create a positive mindset before exams

- Identify the time killers and solve roadblocks

-Streamlining tasks by infusing effective time management

Course Name: Emotional Intelligence

Master Trainer: Shankar Vishwanath

-With over 6 years of experience as a corporate trainer

-Founder of Capri 3 Consultants, a firm that provides Training & Development solutions

-He has won the Best Trainer Talk Award in 2017

This course offers:

-Guides to unlock the powerful strategies of EQ

-Uncover the powerful emotions

-Improve and empower your Emotional Intelligence.

-Tap into the power of emotions

Global Trainers Academy becomes powerful! 5000+ people strong, the Academy empowers, with the right skills and direction to trainers and learners worldwide. Global Trainers Academy is the finest platform for trainers which gives them the potential to empower themselves in the training industry.

Embrace new experiences, opportunities and transform yourself with Global Trainers Academy!

Discover effective training for transformational learning. Global Trainers Academy passionately provides education and knowledge at your fingertips! A democratic platform with a mission to empower learners by providing the right skills, knowledge, and different learning experiences at their fingertips through the power of technology, Global Trainers Academy bridges the gap between training and last mile delivery!

Reason-3: Courses are easily accessible: Learn from anywhere and anytime!

With the advent of ‘Learning from anywhere and anytime’ concept, education now extends beyond the traditional way of learning and aspires to make learners more independent and with the goal of achieving true transformation. They can track their own progress through Global Trainers academy’s special feature that enables them to show the learning status of their course. The main advantage of learning on the go is that learners can learn at their own pace. Each one of us has our own way and style of learning. Global Trainers Academy understands that need and gives complete freedom to users to learn in their own way and at their own pace. 

Global Trainers Academy course materials are  accessible at any time, be it day or night. The course material involves presentations, e-books, videos, assignments, assessments, and tests. Learning yourself under the trainer’s guidance is highly effective in understanding the course material and solving problems. 

Global Trainers Academy courses are the complete knowledge package to master a particular skill that is recognized in the industry. 

Why our courses are worth your time: 

-Cost-effective and expert certified courses 

-Courses consist of presentations, reading materials, videos, and assignments 

-Special assessments for learners 

-Freedom to learn at your own pace

-Courses accessible anywhere and anytime

-Learn at your own comfort 

-Courses suits a variety of learning 

-Freedom to choose different courses 

-Learners can expand their network 

-Access to expertised Trainers

Trainers are the soul of your course.

Trainers play an important role in empowering learners to proceed with the course. Learners value trainers’ reviews and background and they are the main criteria during the course selection. 

Global Trainers Academy provides:

-Best industry trainers 

-Professional courses are trained by stalwarts 

-Trainers keep track of learners potential 

-Learners can communicate directly with trainers 

-One-on-one meeting with trainers 

-Doubts are cleared immediately 

-All the trainers are certified by GTA 

A step forward towards a better future!

Embrace new experiences, opportunities and surprise yourself with Global Trainers Academy

Discover effective training for best learning. Global Trainers Academy passionately provides distance education at your fingertips by training the right skills and giving the right knowledge. Global Trainers Academy is a democratic platform with a mission to empower learners by providing the right skills, knowledge, and different learning experiences at their fingertips through the power of technology.

Reason-2: A wide varieties of courses

If you want to acquire a variety of skills, then Global Trainers Academy is your solution! It gives lifetime access to reading materials and videos and offers a wide variety and ranges of courses for learners to choose from. These courses provide an opportunity to hone your skills. Our mission is to power your education and create interactive learning experiences by providing different learning formats like tests, quizzes, open discussions, questionnaires, and other engaging elements.

You can earn the certificate for the course you have enrolled in by taking the test, quizzes, assignments. Global Trainers Academy also offers professional certificates in corporate training management. Our trainers are qualified industry experts who are masters in their field. Our course programs provide learners with dedicated coursework developed by professionals with appropriate verification.

Global Trainers Academy has

Comprehensive courses to choose from.

Affordable course prices

Learn from industry experts

Free online course available

Experience interactive learning experience

Learn wide varieties of skills

Get recognized as a professional through certification

Feedback is the breakfast of champions

Our trainers are the pioneer of their industry and their training methods are unique and different which keep us ahead in the online learning sector. Our platform has been recognized by many trainers and learners. Many were placed after learning specific skills through our courses. feedback and reviews definitely matter to us and we strive to improve our platform through trainers and learners’ feedback. To date, Learners were satisfied with our platform, courses and discovered the new way of training.

We do believe that review is the key aspect of your decision-making process and gives a better idea about the platform

-Find our reviews on the website

-Connect directly with trainers

A step forward towards a better future!

Embrace new experiences, opportunities and surprise yourself with Global Trainers Academy  

Now it’s time to take a step ahead in the world of technology. Since the pandemic, the technology revolution has taken us by storm. Online training and learning are the most convenient, cost-effective, and have become the need of the point. Agree or not, online learning is our future. It helps to retain the knowledge and skills in our memory lane. How many of you remember what you studied in standard 8th? None of us! But with online learning, you can retain what you learn as it has different interactive and smart techniques that spark and hold your interest. 

Skills are the most valuable assets of our lives. They can help you grow both: personally and professionally. Through the right skills, it can qualify you for a good job or get you promoted to an advanced level position. Global Trainers Academy is an opportunistic platform for learners to build their skills under comprehensive training with industry experts. Learners can also earn career credentials - a professional certificate after completing the training course. 

A step forward towards a better future!

Discover effective training for best learning. Global Trainers Academy passionately provides distance education at your fingertips by training the right skills and giving the right knowledge. With GTA, you can experience comprehensive training, improve understanding, and unlock your learning possibilities under expert advice. 

Global Trainers Academy is a democratic platform with a mission to empower learners by providing the right skills, knowledge, and different learning experiences at their fingertips through the power of technology. Our priority is to transform and enhance learners’ skills, knowledge, and performance by providing one-on-one guidance, LMS, handholding support, chats that help to clear doubts instantly, and connecting you directly with a community of industry stalwarts. 

Reason-1: It is not the price but an investment

Price is the main factor we consider when we select an online course. Global Trainers Academy courses are

Cost-effective  

Easily Accessible

Investing in GTA courses is worth the money as there are:

Personalized Online Classes

Instant Doubt Resolution

Weekly Assignments

Comprehensive Progress Details

24/7 Access To Learning Videos

Unlimited Practice And Revision

More activities on topics that need your extra attention, and above all it will certify your skills.

You can then start your professional journey or even reskill to grow in your career. 

With more than 10 years in the training industry, Global Trainer Academy provides the best outcomes and learning experiences that not only boost the learner’s confidence but build them to work smart professionally. 

Traditional training is impactful and has its place in the Learning and Development industry but certain things can’t be taught using traditional methods. Soft skills like leadership, communication skills, teamwork, accountability, and conflict management do involve knowledge but require a practical approach. The best way to master is to practice and learn. There is a great saying “I hear and I forget, I see and I remember and I do and I understand” Having a hands-on approach for soft skills is extremely important because they can engage themselves in soft-skills learning. It allows them to experiment with trial and error, and identify the potential gap between the coworkers and working pace.  

What are soft skills? 

Soft skill is a combination of people skills. It includes any skills that deal with personality traits or character.  LinkedIn’s 2019 Global Talent Trends report concluded that among the trends transforming today’s workplace, 91 percent of survey respondents agree that soft skills are very important to the future of recruiting and HR. Interpersonal skills and communication skills are the main elements of soft skills.

Hard skills, on the other hand, are the technical skills that are job-specific and emerge from training, education, and work experience. Hard skills can be developed over time but soft skills are tougher and difficult to be measured. According to a LinkedIn survey, 92% of respondents say soft skills are more important than technical skills and 89% told us that bad hires typically lack soft skills.

Many organizations consider hard skills as their top priority while hiring i.e they examine candidates who have specific skills to perform a particular job, however, soft skills are equally important as well.  What if in any scenario your top qualified and educated employee is not able to work with the team? 

According to research, 46 percent of new employees fail within 18 months and of these, 89 percent fail because of a lack of soft skills, such as professionalism or the ability to get along with others.

A hands-on approach is one method incorporated in the training industry that helps employees to get real-world experience. It allows them to handle situations directly and also creates a sense of empowerment for them.

Here are three reasons to take a hands-on approach to soft skills training.

More effective communication:  Workplace communication involves corporate writing, presentation skills, conflict management, and effective communication. With the hands-on approach to soft skill training, organizations can empower and improve the employee’s communication style. 89% of people believe that effective communication is essential; 8 out of 10 people rate their own business' communication as either average or poor. A hands-on approach will boost employees’ confidence and empower them to communicate effectively and work productively. Interactive or practical communication training will hone employees’ verbal and written skills. 

  Enhanced creativity and critical thinking:  Employees are stimulated by the plan of improving their skills. During hand-on training, employees interconnect with trainers, share their ideas and vision, critical thinking and discussing, practice different modules, and interact with colleagues. Innovation and creativity are only possible during a hands-on approach as it gives a platform to the workforce to demonstrate their ideas and views regarding their work, and feel that they are being heard and valued.  80 percent of organizations believe soft skills are increasingly important to company success.

Higher retention rates:  A 2017 joint study from Boston College, Harvard, and the University of Michigan suggested that soft skills training in areas like problem-solving and communication increases productivity and retention by 12 percent, with a 250 percent ROI. When the hands-on soft-skills training is incorporated by the organization, the employees' retention rate increases eventually because of the practical training, interactions, and one-on-one conversations with trainers that boost their abilities, stimulate them to perform better and clear all the misconceptions about the workforce and organization 

Soft skills are personal attributes that have the power to influence your members, improve your interactions with them, and create trust among the team. Organizations are increasingly prioritizing soft skills as it gives a significant understanding to deal with the project leaders and members. A 2017 study conducted by the Pulse of the Profession, revealed that possessing hard skills alone is no longer sufficient in today’s increasingly competitive job market. Soft skills can help the project managers to improve the productivity of their team members, help to accomplish the project in a given time, and increase engagement of the project.

The research found that one soft skills training program resulted in a 256% ROI as a result of boosts in productivity and retention. These skills play a predominant role in building understanding, dependability, and compatibility between teammates. According to LinkedIn 2019 Talent Trends, 92% of respondents say soft skills are more important than technical skills. 

“Effective leadership is not about making speeches or being liked; leadership is defined by results, not attributes.”  

According to info pro learning, Only 18% of organizations say their leaders are “very effective” at meeting business goals. An effective leader is first the problem solver. Many in the organization can play blame-shame games with each other but a leader is the one who takes complete responsibility for the indifference, mismanagement, and dissatisfying work of its employees which results in boosting them to perform better.  

 83% of organizations say it is important to develop leaders at all levels. An effective leader will aim to execute the organization's vision. Effective leadership is about setting a positive environment for employees to achieve the organization’s objective.

Share their vision: 

An effective leader will have a vision. Sharing the vision is important as it gives direction to your team, a clear understanding of the company's goals, and an overview of the process to achieve the goals. 

“Effective communication is 20% what you know and 80% how you feel about what you know.”

Effective communication is the key to successful leadership. 89% of people believe that effective communication is extremely important in the organization. Effective Communication helps leaders to stimulate good working relationships, inspire them which will improve their morale and make them more productive. Leaders who know to communicate effectively will lead a result-oriented team. According to research,  72% of employees don't have a full understanding of the company's strategy, and 74% of employees have the feeling they are missing out on company news. Through effective communication, a leader can achieve all their given targets, prepare employees for any tough situations, and motivate them to perform better. 

“The art of effective listening is essential to clear communication, and clear communication is necessary for management success.”

Every employee wants to be recognized and heard. An effective leader is also an active listener. One constructive practice among all well-known leaders is to embark on listening, noticing, and learning exercises. A successful leader will always listen to its members and invest time in listening to different ideas. Active listening builds trust among leaders and it’s members. Listening can be in different forms, to maintain a successful working team, a leader should listen to understand and not listen to reply or give impulsive reactions. 

According to a survey, 79% of employees will quit their jobs due to a lack of appreciation from leaders. Effective leadership skills can revolutionize the organization's structure and achievements. 

Learning and development is a structured format that enhances and enriches employee’s abilities, skills, knowledge, and competency which boost their productivity, improve their morale, and result in better performance at the organization. Online training programs strengthen those skills that each employee needs to work on. It also brings all employees on an equal level in terms of knowledge and confidence. 

The learning and development industry is huge and with growing competition, peers are confused on which platform offers the best training programs and courses. With the largest and opportunistic platform for trainers, Global Trainers Academy is the first-ever comprehensive and result-oriented training solution that aims to empower each and every individual. 

According to research, Global investments in education technology are expected to reach $252 billion by 2020. Growing investments, disruptive technology, and demands of online courses and training has led many different companies into the industry which failed the expectations but Global trainers Academy is working relentlessly for more than 5 years towards an objective to transform individuals. We provide unique features that make the process transparent, easy, comprehensive and  empower our trainers to get global exposure.

Here is a sneak peek of our features and qualities. 

GLOBAL TRAINERS ACADEMY FEATURES 

BROADCAST YOUR SESSIONS WORLDWIDE!

Global Trainers Academy empowers it's trainers to seamlessly connect with their audience worldwide. Broadcast your Online (Live) or (Offline) Recorded sessions using our cutting edge technology from Bridge Connect. BUILD A POWERFUL PERSONAL PROFILE AND EXPAND YOUR REACH!

Global Trainers Academy helps trainers to build a personalised trainer profile to display their credentials and experience. Trainers can showcase their core skills, qualifications, training, clients, testimonials, social media handles and many more! READY PLATFORM TO UPLOAD TRAINING COURSES: 

Global Trainers Academy gives freedom to trainers and learners to train and learn at their own pace, and at a convenient time through self learning courses. Trainers can create training courses of their expertise by providing learning materials, and resources like PowerPoints, videos, books, and sessions. Learners can access the courses download according to their requirements.

CUSTOMIZE YOUR ASSESSMENT:

Trainers can build and customise assessments or tests for learners based on the course. Trainers can use insights to know more about the learners and create assessments to know the status of the learners and the course. Global Trainers Academy also has pre-designed assessments like S.W.O.T  and many more!  PROVIDE CERTIFICATION:  

Trainers can reward their learners with post-course certificates. Certifications are authorised by accredited bodies. Trainers can also customise certificates according to their courses.

TRANSPARENT TRANSACTIONS WITH PRICE ESTIMATOR: 

Global Trainers Academy offers transparent transactions through a price estimator feature which helps you evaluate trainers approximate earnings. Our hassle free course price estimator calculates and breaks down the charges into training session fees, GST, Admin charges, Payment Gateway charges, and total inhand revenue for trainers.  

SECURED BANKING FOR TRANSCATION:

No more banking confusions. Trainers can avail secured in-built bank account with Global Trainers Academy by providing bank name, branch name, IFSC code, and account number DISPLAY YOUR TRAINING ACHIEVEMENTS: 

Effective testimonials build trust in your training course. Global Trainers Academy showcase well earned testimonial in the section  

CREATE YOUR PERSONAL CIRCLES:

Trainers can create their network with our personal circles feature. It enables them to create their personal circles according to their referrals and categories

EXCLUSIVE MESSAGING:

Trainers can chat live with learners to clear their doubts and queries. They can also connect with fellow trainers within the website through our messaging feature.

SHARE DIGITAL ID:

A trainer's digital ID is their personal visiting card as they can share it to their ordinates. The global trainers academy’s exclusive digital ID consists of your personal information like email address, contact info, address and training details. Trainers can begin conversation with their prospects by sharing their digital ID card first and then their portfolio or public profile.

Accessibility, flexibility, affordability, and future of the education sector, e-Learning had a breakthrough after the pandemic and its trump card is accessibility. eLearning Market size surpassed USD 200 billion in 2019 and is anticipated to grow at over 8% CAGR between 2020 and 2026. 

The word eLearning was coined by Elliott Masie at his TechLearn Conference at Disney World in November 1999. Since then, this term has been referred to as learning using the web or any electronic medium. eLearning can reduce the required time for students to learn the material by 25%-60% compared to traditional learning methods.

The shift from a traditional setting to online has become very successful but with its triumph, there are certain myths attached. In this blog, we will debunk some common myths about the power of eLearning. 

MYTH: eLearning moves too quickly to understand 

Many learners surmise that the internet is fast-paced and so is the learning on the web.  In traditional settings, trainer's do not shift to the topic until everyone is clear. Debunking this myth, in eLearning learners decide their own pace for curriculum. By getting the freedom to learn at their speed, they reduce the risk of missing out on the important and complex concepts. In traditional settings, trainers decide the speed of training and set the base of the course, "but they say spoon-feeding, in the long run, teaches us nothing but the shape of the spoon". Compared to its counterpart, 70% of learners claim online instruction to be as good as or better than in a traditional classroom setting. 

MYTH: eLearning is designed only for a certain type of learner: 

eLearning is an online platform and designed for all types of learners. Some may feel that they are slow learners and others may think that they are hands-on learners. eLearning is designed according to your flexibility, learning style, and learning speed. With its unique features, all demographics and skill levels of the population can avail of eLearning resources. Each concept and course can be customized and redesigned for the specific learners, this ensures that no learners are left behind. 

MYTH: eLearning is only for kids: 

This is the most common notion among peers that eLearning is only for kids as it is visually appealing and has animations.  According to research, 90% of corporations now use e-learning compared to just 4% in 1995, and e-learning takes 40% to 60% less employee time than traditional education. Not only kids or millennials but professionals and adults also prefer eLearning as the most suitable option to learn and enhance their skills. eLearning is vast and it has different formats content on eLearning differs according to the target audience.  

MYTH: Creating eLearning content is complex: 

Creating eLearning content is not everyone’s cup of tea it requires time, knowledge, creativity, and ideas. Trainers should have knowledge and ideas about the course they are creating, then the process of producing and designing the course is easy. There are many software's that guide trainers and make it easier to use design programs with structural and different templates. Trainers can also personalize and modify their course.  

Significant advancement has changed the online education system in India. The Pandemic has disrupted traditional education settings and training sessions are suspended to the implementation of social distancing rules.

With over 1.33 billion population, the country is projected as the prime market for international investors like Sequoia and General Atlantic. According to research, the online education market in India was worth USD 247 million in 2016 and is expected to reach approximately USD 1.96 billion by 2021. 

During the 1940s, Learners learned under the tree like the Shantiniketan, then soon, traditional training came into existence with different styles like schools, mobile vans and Anganwadis. The country has tremendously developed and transformed from traditional settings to Digital India.

Disruptive technology has a profound impact on the education industry but with advancement and upliftment, there are still certain myths attached to this space. Here, we will be debunking 4 common myths about the power of online education in India. 

MYTH: LMS is only for Corporate

Many learners and trainers conjecture that Learning Management System software application is only meant for corporates and also it is expensive. LMS market size is expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate of 23%, with a revenue of $12.48 billion. The first LMS program was started in 1924. Professor Sidney Pressey who invented the first electronic teaching device aimed that this application will allow trainers and teachers to focus on inspiring and stimulating activities for learners to keep them engaged. Since the invention, LMS has been popularly used by trainers and educators to access educational resources in different formats. Trainers who are involved in corporate training, online education, webinars, universities training, online courses use LMS to make online learning easier and simpler. 

MYTH: Online learning platforms make transactions in dollars with extra taxes.

The popular online training platforms in India accept the finances for enrollment in the form of dollars and not rupees. Accepting the payment in dollars makes the course expensive. Crashing this predominant notion, not every online learning platform accepts dollars and extra taxes. Global Trainers Academy accepts the finances in rupees with GST and the enrolling process is simple. In many learning platforms, there are certain hidden amounts that trainers have to pay. In Global Trainers Academy, Trainers do not pay a single amount and make a profit easily. The payment process in GTA is transparent.

 MYTH: Education technology is not the solution to online training.

Education Technology is a powerful factor in shaping the education sector. Many universities, training companies, online learning platforms are acknowledging and showing support for advanced technology solutions. The research revealed that educational software programs designed to help students develop particular skills have shown enormous promise in improving learning outcomes, particularly in math. Education technology is a combination of hardware, software, media, and education theories in different formats that facilitates and enhances learning. Of all 30 studies of computer-assisted learning programs, 20 reported statistically significant positive effects. Educational technologies have overcome traditional sessions' limitations by customizing each module and concepts according to the learner's ability. Educational technology enables learners to acquire personalized tutoring, and keeps them engaged by providing varied tools like goal setting tools, reminders, visuals, podcasts, and many more.  

  MYTH: Online education creating inequality among different classes.

Many people think online education is riddled with inequality. The Internet and digitization offer endless opportunities but the lack of digital skills and availability to socio-economic class creates inequality. Smashing this myth, research revealed that rural India had 227 million active internet users, 10% more than urban India's about 205 million, as of November 2019. Massive Open Online Courses have reduced income inequality highlighting online education. MOOCs are the free courses available for anyone and everyone to enroll and learn. MOOCs are enrolled to develop skills for their present jobs or upcoming ones which fills education gaps between the different societal classes. Many NGOs, prominent personalities, and leaders have helped learners with tool kits, internet accessibility, mobile phones, and laptops to have access to digitalization. According to research, nearly 48% of the population in India is between the 15–40 age group with high aspirations but lower income is a good target market for online education. In online training sessions, people are not treated according to their economic conditions, appearances, or personality, each one is served equally compared to their traditional counterparts. 

In India, Govt. has tremendously assisted people to transform from traditional learning to online learning. The ministry of Human Resource Development launched the ‘Bharat Padhe’ Online Campaign to gather different ideas to improve online education. They also launched various campaigns like ‘Yukt Portal’ which aims to record and research on academics and assist student well-being, ‘SWAYAM Prabha’ under this project govt provide 32 high-quality educational channels via DTH. In ‘Pradhan Mantri e-VIDYA’ top 100 universities are allowed to provide online courses. 

Online learning is a component of the education system that transpires over digital platforms. It is popularly termed as e-learning and came into existence in 1998. Since then, it has evolved constantly and resulted in transforming the whole training process.

With the change from traditional learning to online learning, people are speculating whether online learning is effective and productive. Research reveals that e-learning requires 40–60% less time to learn than in a traditional classroom setting because learners can learn at their own pace, access to the course anytime, schedule their time-table and choose concepts to read according to their choice.

Online learning has taken over the education industry owing to the fact that it’s flexible, available, accessible, and convenient but a common concern surfaces regarding the structure of online learning and it’s effectiveness. According to research, 49% of students worldwide stated they had taken an online course in the preceding 12 months.

Here we are debunking some concerning myths and preconceived notions that stand in the way of learners and their dream course. It’s time to bring misconceptions into the light and break the learner’s presupposition.

MYTH -1: Online learning is complicated and incomplete:

Some learners refuse to choose online courses because they assume that online trainers do not complete the course and make concepts complicated, but a quick reality-check states that both online trainers and their courses undergo a rigorous certification process to certify the academic standards. Trainers make the concepts easy and clear with visual presentations and other multimedia elements. Once the trainers enroll for online courses, they have to endure many online learning processes like seminars, tests, assignments, etc to ensure that the particular concept is concluded and coherent for learners.

MYTH-2: Technology and the internet distract learners:

This is a predominant myth that using technology such as computers, laptops, and mobiles with an internet connection is distracting. Social media notifications also shake up their concentration and divide their attention during online classes. Smashing the myth, E-learning increases retention rates by 25% to 60%. This research proves that learners focus more on online class because they are in their comfortable space .The Internet and digital platforms make online learning more engaging, comprehensive, and productive. Learners can turn off notifications during online classes to avoid distractions.

MYTH-3: Online learning is expensive:

Many learners do not sign up for online certificate courses or online training sessions assuming that it is expensive since it involves the internet, laptops, mobile, video conferencing apps. Research reveals that IBM saved approximately $200 million after switching to e-learning. Online learning is pocket friendly and far cheaper than traditional learning. It saves learners traveling, lodging, and hospitality expenses. Learners have a wide choice to learn several courses simultaneously and according to their choice in their comfort zone.

MYTH-4: Not all concepts can be learned online

With disruptive technology, all the concepts can be learned effectively and efficiently. According to research, e-learning enables learners to learn five times more material for every hour of training. Concepts that require practical activities are trained online. Comprehensive accounting questions, experiments, diagrams, physical fitness classes are taught online by using different technological facilities like white-boarding, screen sharing, online boards, etc. A research study revealed that 73% of principals and 64% of teachers are considering using online learning tools. LMS, moodle, blackboard learn, bright space, etc are new ways to make online sessions no different than traditional classroom experience.

MYTH-5: Online courses are easier

The online course is as meticulous as the training course. Online sessions demand equal attention, time, and dedication as a traditional class. It has extra sessions and activities as compared to its traditional counterpart. Online courses often include written assignments, quizzes, reading materials, open online discussions, debates, tests, and interactive activities which makes it more challenging than traditional courses.

A study by the Open University found that producing and providing e-learning courses consumes 90% less energy and produces 85% fewer CO2 emissions per person than face-to-face training.

Additionally, online courses are tracked by the trainers and are evaluated based on active participation during online sessions, written tests, quizzes, and discussions.

Online courses enable learners and trainers to set their own learning pace, balance learners’ personal and learning routines, and hone learner’s existing skills. Through this blog, we hope that we crashed your myths and encouraged you to pursue the course of your dreams.

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Global Trainers Academy

The onset of the pandemic has revealed the true power of online training. Virtual training has existed for more than 20 years, but this year it created a deafening buzz around it. According to research, the online training industry is expected to pocket $200 billion from Corporate training alone.

Online training has empowered trainers with flexibility to train and impart their knowledge regardless of any geographical boundary. It has also given an ancillary boost to the trainers to network and market their courses worldwide.

Online training is a configuration that entirely transpires on the internet. It involves live sessions, audio/video connection, online assignments, tests and multimedia including graphics and presentations. According to research, 50% of students in various higher education institutions have taken an online course in the past year.

The online training industry has shaken up the traditional training method and evolution of  disruptive technology has revolutionized training methods with each passing year.

Since then, many hoaxes and myths have sprung up about online training. 

Here we are debunking 5 pivotal myths about online training and provide you with a well researched clarity on its efficiency and effectiveness.

Myth-1: Online training is not as effective as in-class training: 

Trainers and learners are skeptical about the concept of online training and believe that traditional training methods are constructive and successful. Online training sessions demand the same time and attention as their traditional counterparts. Online sessions have analytical tools that give insights about learner’s engagement, learner’s area of interest and helps trainers to analyze the root problems in their course. According to research, e-learning enables students to learn five times more material for every hour of training. 

Myth-2: Online training is non-interactive 

This myth is popular and identifies that learners find online sessions isolated and non-interactive. The online training method seeks to connect trainers and learners professionally. Learners are part of an online training community and can interact with trainers personally to clear doubts related to the course, through email or phone calls. According to a survey, 85 % said that online learning is as good as or better than attending courses on campus. Online trainers plan interactive live sessions, webinars, and discussion with learners. Trainers also provide special video chat sessions to learners who need personal guidance. The ‘Online Education India 2021’ research states that Hybrid channels have ‘improved engagement levels’ via their part-time courses like MBA, PGDM, and technology courses.    

Myth-3: Learners should be good with computer 

This myth varies from person to person, by the term ‘good with computer’ indicates a person who is a coder or well-versed with computer concepts but here we are talking about people who have never used a computer. Enrolling for an online course and attending online training sessions is not rocket science. Online platforms have tirelessly worked to create user-friendly courses, seamless sessions without technical glitches and provide training facilities across the globe.  

Myth-4: Online training sessions are recorded videos 

People still think that training sessions are about few recorded videos but in reality, it includes live sessions, discussion forums, and interactive activities like online assignments, quizzes, and written coursework. Recorded videos are only one part of an online training session. Trainers conduct daily live sessions and interact with learners about the given course. Learners also enjoy the privilege to interrupt trainers and get their doubts clarified immediately. 

Myth-5: It’s easier to cheat in an online course 

It is an alarming myth associated with online training. Learners consider that cheating during online tests is easy and one can score good credits required for certification. With advancement of technology, it is easy to track online learners and find multiple ways like blocking functions, keystroke tracking, and many other apps to solve this issue. Online training courses have better cheat-proof functions than traditional classrooms.

2020 has revolutionized the world of video training forever. Video training is gaining popularity as most of the education and coaching sessions are deviating from the traditional path of being offline and transitioning towards an online approach. An online training video aims at educating the learners about a specific topic or skills on a learning management system (LMS).

Video training has transformed the education and teaching ecosystem. It's been reported that India's e-learning market is the second largest after the US which is forecasted to grow by 15.64 percent and exceed $48 billion by 2020.   

According to The Impact of Broadcast, 68% of educators believe that video content stimulates discussions, and 62% believe that video helps teachers train effectively.

Video training is a trend that is doing rounds around the internet. Trainers who want to venture into the world of video training, but couldn't because of their own reservations and myths that's associated with it .  

In this blog, we are debunking five common myths about video training. It's an easy process and we want to empower all the trainers to hop on the bandwagon and effectively teach their students.

MYTH-1: Videos are difficult to produce and expensive 

It is the biggest myth that video training is difficult to produce and is expensive. A successful video doesn’t need an expensive studio, team or big-budget production kit, it only requires good and engaging content. With the accessibility to technology, video making and production has become easy. The training sessions need to be clear, concise and topic should be well communicated. A simple video content of the topic is a good place to start with, soon you can advance to animated and graphic content. To begin,  the trainers can start with recording the video on their phone and edit the lighting, angles, and sound using free editing softwares.

MYTH-2: Video training is less effective:

Video training is a fast-growing medium of learning. Studies have found that video training format has a beneficial impact on the learners’ capacity to retain information. It allows one-on-one interaction with the learners. According to SAVO Group research, employees forget 65 percent of training materials and theories learned in seven days. To assist this memory gap, the study states that video presentations can make 9% easier to recall than the text content. 

MYTH-3: Trainers are camera shy:

Don’t underestimate the trainers.This myth states that a trainer is more realistic, interactive, and communicative during live sessions but not during recorded videos. With changing trends of learning and training, they have adapted to the  dynamic environment. Good trainers can easily bridge the communication gap between the live session and pre-recorded video. But in reality, trainers have equal confidence and the same energy as they have in live sessions. 

MYTH-4: The shorter video training session is better

If trainers think that shorter videos will give them better engagement than longer duration videos then they are wrong. Short videos are a good way to engage with learners on social media, however when it comes to comprehensive training about the topic it's better to have detailed video covering all important topics. Learners expect a complete guide of information with examples and visuals in the video to make the subject easy to understand. 

MYTH-5: Video training obstruct engagement:

Video training is an art. Trainers can come-up with different video concepts to explain the particular subject. Video training can be customized and designed according to the needs of the course. It is more engaging than in-person training. Research by Forrester shows that employees will feel better watching a video by 75% than reading emails or web articles. Video training attracts people and engages more than lectures or formal training. Trainers have a chance to get more creative with their training process. 

A trainer is known to create a profound impact on the growth of a learner's profession or their skills by inspiring them to reach their highest output. According to research, 90% of clients who hired a trainer were satisfied with the experience and credit them to be a major source of inspiration behind their transformation. A phenomenal trainer can change the perception of the learners by delivering an effective training program.

80% of learners reported that a trainer accelerated their  self-confidence by their capacity to listen intently, and guide them without judgement. Training is exceptionally beneficial to professionals, individuals and organisations in building their morale, inculcating success habits, and providing the right knowledge based skills that would help them reach their professional and personal growth. 

This blog is dedicated to help the trainers to get an insight on qualities  that goes beyond active listening, product training and powerful communication skills to make them successful, renowned and a huge hit among the learners.

Trainers are well versed in their subject:

Learners demand elaborative and practical training sessions that capture the essence of industry that they want to enter. From deep analysis of the market, practical strategies, opportunities, obstacles to new aged technology development a trainer needs to have a finger in the pulse of new trends. Going beyond the usual communication techniques and delivering key information effectively in your training program is what sets a trainer apart from his peers. 

Trainers are course leaders:

Taking complete ownership of the programs like deciding the training topics, production, sessions, engagements and the outcome of the session, a trainer is responsible to deliver an end to end training journey. A trainer isn't just accountable to execute training sessions. He is additionally responsible to design a well structured interactive course that is tailored to his audience and fulfills all the learning needs. A top notch trainer will build their course and adjust their training  to reach maximum target audience.

Trainers are strategic thinker:

 A strategic thinker is always well-planned and has an eye on the final output and they don't compromise on training quality. A strategic trainer knows the industry in and out and uses his business acumen to add value to the learners. They examine the revenue, cost, return of investments and expectations which gives the trainer a deep understanding of the viability of conducting the training. 

Trainers are change makers

Mahatma Gandhi famously said that ‘Be the change you wish to see in the world’. A trainer has the power to change the lives of millions by providing the right skills and knowledge. They inspire, influence, and guide a person to grow and succeed in their lives. With result oriented training sessions, they can encourage the learners to perform better and bring the best version of themselves. 

 Trainers are forever learners:

‘Feedback is the breakfast of champions.’ No matter how prominent a trainer is, they should consider the feedback seriously. Feedback is part of a trainer’s training session because it reflects their work. It is always a good idea to get feedback from the learners to perform better. Therefore, a trainer needs to be a keen learner and very adaptive to the dynamic environment. 

Writing an effective trainers bio for your Global Trainers Academy profile  is the foundation that your course hinges on. A powerful and optimized write-up about yourself will leave an abiding impression, that generates good traffic and converts into more followers for your online course. Trainers should utilize the bio section to highlight their training and work experience, credibility in the subject matter, and showcase their acquired skills in the field. Your introduction has the power to influence people in choosing the online course and eventually builds trust between the learner and the trainers.

Follow the steps below to write a comprehensive yet concise bio to build credibility and connection with your course audience.

  Highlighting Relevant Facts:

The foremost challenging part of writing an effective bio is deciding what you need to include. Your bio's initial 150 words are vital. These  primary three lines should be about you and the course introduction. Here you must include your educational background, training and teaching experience, important career achievements and significant statistics relevant to your course material. It is also important to mention your highest job title, your expertise, awards you have won, certificates, and publications that you have written. This gives your audience a sneak preview of your area of expertise and what to expect from your course.

Know your Audience:  

Take time to comprehend your audience, know their age group, what educational background they come from, their location and what kind of training they are looking for?

Researching your target audience is a proven formula to ensure that you are the right trainer for them. Highlight this question in the primary portion of your bio.

 Targeting Relevant Keywords

The first three lines of your introduction must have keywords related to your subject matter. These keywords are your course navigators, once a learner comes to the website and searches for a specific course, your keywords act like a bridge between you and your targeted audience. This also ensures that your course reaches relevant people and brings the right engagement.

Length of the Bio:

Online audiences have a very short attention span, so writing a concise bio is the best tip to follow. The length should be a minimum of 8 lines and a maximum of 15 lines, try not to exceed more than this.

 Provide significant proof of your experience:

Always add social proof of your experience to the audience to demonstrate your skills and expertise. Mention the organizations you have worked in, prominent personalities you have trained, and how many workshops you have conducted. Add the most achievable experience and also if any articles you have published in magazines or newspapers.

 Use a high-quality image:

Do not upload pixelated, animated, or caricatured versions of yourself

Uploading a high definition, a professional picture of yourself will provide an authentic touch to your profile.

  Tips to follow:

- Always make sure you write your bio in an active voice.

- Editing is a true game-changer. Put down all the pointers and edit to achieve perfection.

- Present your achievement in the form of a story to make it interesting.

- Start your bio with the course relevance.

- Use keywords for a better reach.

- Make sure that bio doesn’t have any grammar mistakes and has a proper sentence formation.

- Structure your information in terms of the timeline - Keep the important achievements first

- Connect your skills with the course.

- For a more interesting bio, share your career story and add a link to your professional website.

Online training is rapidly replacing traditional teaching methods. The biggest change 2020 has brought, is the rise in virtual classrooms. 

Online training is the new normal and with increasing competition, trainers are keeping abreast of the technology trends, and are launching training videos and monetizing from them.

 If you are a trainer then by now, you would have thought of starting an online course, but caught up with thinking where to begin from. There are many aspects to concentrate on while producing a visually-aesthetic and appealing video. This blog will help you at every step in recording your Global Trainers Academy course video.   

First, let's begin with setting up your camera :

You can record your course video from both your smartphone or camera. While recording from the phone make sure you have a good camera resolution and try to use landscape orientation. Landscape orientation is more appealing as the audience prefers to watch it on widescreen or a laptop.

To maintain a steady flow throughout your recording, it is advisable to use a tripod. If you have a DSLR ( Digital Single-lens Reflex Camera) then make use of it, the camera is more advanced in terms of resolution and composition. 

Tips for Camera Set-up: 

Straight Angle: Recording a course video should be formal, so your camera should not be placed in left, right or reflex angle, it should be straight. This angle helps you to maintain eye contact with your audience.

Second, let's fix your lighting setup:

It is lighting that wins the hearts. Lighting plays a predominant role in your entire project. Lighting creates and sets the mood of the video. 

Tips for Lighting Set-up

Back-lighting: Avoid back-lighting, it can spoil the whole video. Sitting in front of the window or light can distract your audience. 

Low Lighting: Low-lighting will not add any impact to the video. The final output will look dull and choppy in this lighting. 

Natural Light: If you are shooting indoors during day time, make can use your window for natural light. Natural light gives a realistic output. 

Soft Light: Soft light is the combination of hard light and shadows. It adds a warm and pleasant tone in your output that can attract the audience. 

Third, let's connect your video with setup: 

Would you show interest in a video that has  poor sound quality? Obviously no! 

Your sound set-up can make or break your whole video. With the poor audio, your audience will struggle to understand your course and would not be able to engage or learn from you.

Tips for Sound Set-up:

Use Microphone: Microphone is an important part of the audio. You can pair the microphone with headsets to avoid the background sound. Make use of USB mics, boundary mics, or ribbon mics 

Background Noise: Avoid background noise to produce clear audio recording. Turn off the air conditioner, television, washing machine, and close the door to avoid capturing any external noise in your video.

Switch Off Mobile Phone: The most important, if you are recording from a camera, switch off your mobile phone. Calls, messages and notification sounds can distract you and your audience. When you are recording from a mobile phone then make sure you switch the network to flight mode to avoid in-between calls and messages 

Fourth and Final, let's give you some great background setup

The background of the video becomes a part of your course. Your background should be distraction-free. Find the place or corner which sets the mood for your Global Training Academy course. Avoid the back-lighting or windows in your background because it distracts the audience. You can decorate your background with statement pieces to make it more aesthetically appealing. 

Tips for Background Set-up 

Plain Background: The benefit of using the solid-colored background is that the audience will only focus on you and your content.

Avoid the Clutter: Clutter can make your video look messy and causes distractions. Avoid sitting in front of things that can distract your audience from seeing your board or your face. 

The term ‘Learner Engagement’ is used to describe the meaningful involvement of learners throughout the course. It includes learners active participation in completing the course in the expected time-period dully submitting the required assignment and taking all the assessments.

According to the research, engaging with learners during their learning process grows their concentration, stimulates them to practice critical thinking, and encourages significant training courses. Engaged learners stay committed to the course as they enjoy the courses, thus, they do not leave the course in between. Additionally, they are more likely to spread their acquired knowledge and experience of training courses with other learners which will not only help you gain more audience for your present course but also get you leads for your upcoming courses.

The following strategies will help trainers to increase and ensure higher levels of learners’ engagement in the course.

1. Multiple Formats to Deliver The Content:

In online courses, the larger audience is targeted and it is hard to target a particular age group, location, or culture. It is most likely that the audience differs from location and other measures. One particular format can be unlikely to get discovered by a specific age group. So it is better to follow multiple formats to deliver the content. Here is a quick overview of the various formats you could include in your online course to develop a motivating and engaging learning experience.

● Simple Learning Resources: A trainer can change the format of teaching to make it easy and interactive. Shifting from lectures to videos, podcasts, PowerPoint presentations, documents, infographics, images about the topic can make the course more engaging. Trainers can make ‘key pointers’ on the topic and teach accordingly. Usually, the learners engage more with visual content rather than trainers explaining the whole topic for an hour.

● Interactive Learning Resources: Trainers can make use of engaging interactives such as drag and drop, mouse over, click to reveal interactives in their E-modules to keep learners active and engaged during the session.

● Virtual Classroom: In the virtual classroom, all the learners enrolled for the session join together online. It offers a learning environment where all the learners can interact with a trainer immediately about the topic and clear all their doubts. Through a virtual classroom, a trainer can get an in-depth analysis of the training,, can regulate the pace of the teaching of the particular topic, and can have face-to-face virtual interactions with learners.

● Interact With Learners: Interactive learning has shown the best results in students’ achievements. Keep the learners involved all through the course by giving them tasks at the end of each section. This could be in the form of think questions for them to share their views on or a quiz containing close-ended questions to check their understanding of the concepts covered in the module. When a trainer interacts with learners about a topic, they come up with their ideas and thoughts which make the session more interesting. Learners learn more when they are actively participating in the discussion. Ask learners to come up with presentations about the topics and allow them to explain it. Let the learners demonstrate what they have learned.

2. Teach only One or Two Concepts Per Session:

 Do not elaborate on one topic for an hour as it disconnects the learners’ attention from the session. Longer courses usually deliver poorer learning output, it is because the attention span of the learners is limited. Create short lectures that teach only one or two concepts per session. Eight to ten minutes is enough time to teach a concept or two without losing learners’ attention spans. According to various research, the maximum attention span of an individual is not more than 20 minutes, however, they can try to refocus on the same activity or it is usual to get distracted. Even the bright learner can not focus continuously for more than 10 minutes, the trainers should set their course, by taking this point into consideration and limiting their course timings.

3. Highlight Learners’ Progress:

Highlight learners’ progress by providing assessments and instant feedback for each option to explain why is correct or incorrect to reinforce learning. Be encouraging and positive while the consequences of their decision. Highlighting learners’ progress can boost the morale of the learners and give a better understanding of the topic. ‘Appreciation’ is the key to motivate your learners and increase their participation in the course. Discuss the course goals with your learners, acknowledge their importance, and praise the learners who deserve it.

Quick Tips to Keep the Learners Involved and Engaged in Your Course:

● Come up with the creative styles of teaching than following the same style in every session.

● Start a topic with a story, it brings in learners attention.

● Ask learners to take down notes during the session.

● Make sure that you take a short break during the session and you can chit chat with students.

● Encourage pro and con questions during the session for their better understanding

● Use clear and easy language skills for their better understanding

● Introduce ‘gamification’, conduct games such as memory, bingo games about the course

● Use multimedia presentation like videos, podcasts, images to keep them engaged

● Set up a question and answer sessions for the learners

● Appreciate learners when they answer well to your given question

● Always motivate them for performing better

Social media is undoubtedly an effective digital marketing tool to help you boost your online training course awareness. It can also enable you to build your reputation and provide more value to your online training business. It is a powerful platform to connect with your potential customers and build your training network. With the right strategies, you can convert your followers and change them into your Global Trainers Academy (GTA) course audience. The various social media platforms can change your training business from ordinary to extraordinary. They can help increase your course recognition, build your customer base, and thereby increase your return on investment!

This blog will inform you about how to leverage social media to convert your fans and followers into your customers.  

Know Your Followers

Take out time to know your followers to have a clear picture of your target audience. Go through their profiles to find out about their liking and interests. When you know your target audience better, you can create meaningful courses and that compel your followers to take up.

Stay Active and Engage with Your Followers Constantly

Update your social media pages on a regular basis. Set yourself apart from the rest by always posting something knowledgeable and of value to your followers. At the same time, make sure that you reply to all comments, messages, and questions at your earliest. This will not only help you create an authentic experience with your fans and followers but also increase the chances of their getting converted into customers.

Maintain consistency while posting on social media. To add more value to it, refer to the heat map and select the best time slot when your followers are active on social media. Interact with them to further develop their interest in the courses you offer.

Strategize Your Posts Around Your Courses

Inform your followers about the kind of courses you offer, the course are you planning to develop or have recently developed, what are the benefits of taking your course, what all would the learners be able to achieve by the end of the course, and so on. This will not only keep your followers informed about your expertise and business but also help them make an informed decision. Your followers' feedback and interactions on your posts can further help you plan your future posts and even make modifications to the courses if needed.

Build Relationships

Make efforts to build relationships with your followers. Respond to your followers’ clarifications, comments, and feedback. Remember, your followers want to interact with you. Once you respond to their comments, they feel acknowledged. This helps build the connection and trust that will eventually help you pitch your courses to them.

Establish Your Credibility

Be authentic and promise only what your course can deliver. Your followers are intelligent people. Never try to fool them by some marketing gimmick or try to sell a course that fails to reach up to your audience’s expectations.