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What format do you prefer your training to be in?

by wfhblueprints
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In what format do you prefer your IM training to be in?

1) DVD?
2) Downloadable?
3) A combination of both.

4) Video
5) Audio
6) Text
7) A combination of the above.
#format #prefer #training
  • Profile picture of the author Stefan Vee
    I voted for downloadable text.
    Let me add to that: no fluff, no filler, easy 30-60 minute read with multi-step action plan
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  • Profile picture of the author Critic
    Non of the options.

    Best training is on a user friendly, well organized website.



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    • Profile picture of the author Bingo123
      Definitely video. I bought a really good course recently that consisted of about 14 videos. It gives you an 'over the shoulder' view, as if you are in the same room as the instructor. I really enjoyed it.
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      • Profile picture of the author alwaysready
        If i have to vote , i think i go to Downloadable video , best way to keep it and be more comfortable with "learning" !
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    • Profile picture of the author Aussie_Al
      I prefer online videos - preferably broken up into "bite size chunks" with a pdf to read along with and the option to download the videos if I so choose
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      • Profile picture of the author lynneklos
        I really like to downloadable combination of text and video. I am way too impatient to wait for a DVD to arrive. I think I can get the most out of it from a good, in depth PDF file, but sometimes you can pick up some golden nuggets from the video. Sometimes the author will give a few hints that didn't make it to the written page.

        Just my two cents.
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      • Profile picture of the author Dan C. Rinnert
        8) A pill I can swallow to instantly digest the information.

        Oh, but that's not an option.

        So, I'd go for #2 & #6. Possibly #7, but only if there is a complete transcript of any video and audio so I only need to watch or listen if there's something I feel I need to see or hear.
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      • Profile picture of the author JMSD
        Originally Posted by Aussie_Al View Post

        I prefer online videos - preferably broken up into "bite size chunks" with a pdf to read along with and the option to download the videos if I so choose
        I'd go along with this.

        I prefer video tutorials that are no longer than 15 minutes each, particularly if each video relates to one or two key actions that one can go and do before viewing the next. Yes, I know one can pause a long video but there's nothing more satisfying than checking off one item at a time and watching one's progress through to completion.

        Jim Edwards' MiniSite Creator tutorials are just like that. But for him his product and teaching methods which were a joy to watch and copy, I wouldn't have a clue and would be struggling still.

        DVDs would be great but the downloadable ones are just as good.
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  • Profile picture of the author JohnMcCabe
    Originally Posted by wfhblueprints View Post

    In what format do you prefer your IM training to be in?

    1) DVD?
    2) Downloadable?
    3) A combination of both.

    4) Video
    5) Audio
    6) Text
    7) A combination of the above.
    It depends. What am I learning?

    Without getting into a lot of "for examples", I say choose the medium that teaches most simply. So I guess it boils down to #3 + #7...
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  • Profile picture of the author butch04
    I voted for the down loadable video.

    I finding reading e-books can get long and boring. Some people drag those things on forever! Videos give you the ability to watch it over and over and skip around, and I think more people learn better from actually watching something rather then reading it.

    The only thing that might be bad about videos are the quality. Some people can make a great videos while others might know what they are talking about the video can get confusing. So make sure you take your time and make good quality videos!
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  • Profile picture of the author Flowithit
    Number 7 / I would like to see some type of formal preentation and listen to the confidence of the speaker
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  • Profile picture of the author FoxC
    I agree that a downloadable option is better for later reference. However depending on the amount of videos you watch, it is sometimes better to leave them on the internet as to not clutter up your harddrive with movies.
    Also a PDF is a must have as sometimes it is difficult to figure out what is being shown on video.
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    • Profile picture of the author wfhblueprints
      Originally Posted by FoxC View Post

      I agree that a downloadable option is better for later reference. However depending on the amount of videos you watch, it is sometimes better to leave them on the internet as to not clutter up your harddrive with movies.
      Also a PDF is a must have as sometimes it is difficult to figure out what is being shown on video.

      I have to agree that some video oriented courses can clutter your harddrive....which is where the DVD and web access might help out.
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  • Profile picture of the author Jacqueline Smith
    I prefer text.

    I find it the best way for me to learn at my own pace.

    That being said, I would recommend offering the training in a variety of formats as there are many different learning styles.
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  • Profile picture of the author Ami.McCain
    I know this post is new, but I'm very happy to see my choice of downloadable text is not being crushed by the video lovers out there.

    Sometimes video is nice for examples/case studies, but I want to learn by text. One primary reason is I do not have a dedicated office area yet, so there is a lot of constant activity going around my computer. My family does not need to learn how to improve on SEO and headphones are troublesome as I like to be aware of the activity going on around me.

    It's also a bonus that I can now take my PDFs and load them up on my Kindle to get some downtime away from the computer .
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    • Profile picture of the author WiseWebWords
      It goes to show that we all have our different learning styles! I guess video caters to those of us who like to "see" an "hear" when we take in new info.
      (I do agree that sometimes we want to get to the core of things quickly and don't have the time or patience for a video - and would rather have a quick read.
      But - downloadable video that allows you to pause and playback would be my choice.
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  • Profile picture of the author Mark R Carter
    I'd have to vote for pdf with audio back up.
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    • Profile picture of the author dlking1000
      I like good old ebook format. However it must be a true step by step method. What passes for step by step these days leaves a lot to be filled in by the user.
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  • Profile picture of the author Ralph Moore
    It really depends upon what is being taught.

    A picture (video) can show things in a fraction of the time it takes to explain it with text.

    On the other hand, many people have a harder time retaining the information while watching a video.

    It depends upon your brain, I guess.

    One of my daughters is very visual. After about 8 seconds of verbal instruction, her eyes begin to glaze over. Or maybe that's just when I am talking to her. ;-)

    The way people learn is fascinating.

    I have a hard time remembering people's names and if you tell me to assign their name a "memory peg", I'll promptly forget that as well.

    A random series of numbers and letters, like a password for example, I may remember forever. I have several hundred passwords and I remember many of them with no problem.

    Go figure.
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  • Profile picture of the author apoorv.parijat
    It depends on what you're teaching. If you're demonstrating something - I'd prefer a video. If you are talking theory, I would prefer text.

    But that's just me.
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  • Profile picture of the author kaytav
    i my opinion audio format is best
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