A Case Study on the Learning Transfer in Corporate e-Learning

Abstract

Due to the continuous expansion of e-learning in corporate learning, interest in the outcomes of e-Learning is increasing, especially in effectively applying learning results to job performance. In this context, a matter of primary concern in corporate learning is learning transfer. Recently, attempts have been made to analyze empirically whether there is a need for learners who acquire knowledge, skill, and attitude from learning apply what is learned to job performance. However, previous studies have neglected the approach, method, and procedure of measuring learning transfer, have had difficulties in identifying various aspects and patterns of learning transfer, and were limited to analyzing the manner in which various factors affect learning transfer. Therefore, the purpose of this study is to systematically and concretely verify the role played by learning transfer in corporate e-Learning by using a diverse and elaborate methodology that combines a quantitative approach with a qualitative approach, and analyze the manner in which various practical factors affect learning transfer....