One of the benefits of Online Learning Networks is the capability to define and administer a continuum of learning that is tailored to each individual learner based on job task skill and knowledge requirements. This structure provides a method of linking learners to required organizational training and education requirements that will be key to any Return on Investment (ROI) strategy. This paper covers the steps that were followed to derive an initial curriculum continuum structure for the Navy Learning Network (NLN) supporting a potential audience of 1.2 million people. The lessons learned are addressed as well as long term vision and strategies to create individually tailor learning continua. The NLN implementation includes the structure for mapping a curriculum continuum to each learners career path. This structure allows individual learners a method for adding their own personal training and education goals. The short-term continuum structure is a starting point that has defined curricula mapped to a specific pay grade and job series. The initial structure for the NLN accounts for individual and group relationships of one-to-one and one-to-many curricula. College degree programs related to specific job requirements can be integrated into the short-term continuum. NLN design also provides for the addition of leader development and professional education. This comprehensive NLN vision builds a direct relationship to the organization long-term health and stability as well as to specific job skill development. As each variable is added to NLN, the level of complexity grows. Recommendations and strategies are presented to assist those who want to implement a similar approach.
DEVELOPMENT OF A LEARNING CONTINUUM FOR THE NAVY LEARNING NETWORK (NLN)
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