Delegates prefer printed training materials
Printed training materials are favoured by delegates, as they feel they are able to learn more, a survey by Greens has identified. If delegates didn’t receive printed materials, the majority said that they would feel the course had been devalued and the quality of learning wouldn’t be as good.
In 2013, Greens conducted a survey about the types of materials delegates would rather receive.
92% of participants said they would prefer to receive some printed training materials than solely electronic materials.
The main reasons for wanting to receive printed materials were that they provide the ability to annotate the notes, and are easier to browse and quicker to reference.
75% of respondents said that if they didn’t receive printed materials, they would feel that the course was devalued. Some respondents stated that it otherwise gives the impression of cost-cutting by the course provider.
Other reasons were that web based materials can be lost over time, and it’s beneficial to know what's ahead in future sessions.
Print also had a positive impact on the quality of learning, as 69% said that if they didn’t receive printed materials, it would have a negative effect on their learning experience. The reasons for this included not being able to reference the notes in context and not having a physical touch point to stimulate the memory.
Greens will be exhibiting at stand 310 at the Learning and Skills show on 29th and 30th January 2014 at Olympia 2 in London. It will be completing a more in-depth survey to find out more about delegate preferences. A copy of the results will be available after the show, via e-mail request to [email protected] (include the subject ‘Survey’).