XpertLearning, in collaboration with SkillSoft, a leading SaaS provider of on demand e-learning and performance support solutions for global enterprises, government, education and small to medium-sized businesses, is proud to announce that the Leadership Development Channel (LDC), an on-line leadership resource from Books24x7, is now available in Arabic.
Middle Eastern nations are rapidly expanding their internet usage so more and more content is in the national language. According to World Internet Statistics, latest recorded figures show that from 2000 to 2009, Arabic language on the web grew 2,297 per cent, easily ahead of Russia’s 1,359 per cent. Of the world’s total 1.8 billion web users, 60.2 million (3.3 per cent) are Arabic speaking (Gulf News, 2010). The mushrooming of Arabic on the internet can be attributed in part to ambitious policies such as those advocated by the United Arab Emirates, which leads the Middle East region with 74.1 per cent internet penetration (Gulf News, 2010). As many as 3.5 million of the 4.8 million residents in the UAE are online. Since 2000, the UAE has witnessed a 384 per cent increase in internet user growth, during a financial and social renaissance that has propelled the Emirates onto the world stage (Gulf News, 2010).
However, inspite of this growth, the Chief Strategist of Etisalat, the UAE’s largest telecommunications company, Ali Al Ahmed, reported that there is not enough Arabic content on the Internet to take full advantage of newly built broadband networks in the region (The National, 2010).
The new Arabic LDC offering from SkillSoft goes a long way to bridge this gap.
LDC is a unique collection of 100 on-demand programs (videos) in multiple learning formats featuring best-selling business authors, experts and CEOs, who can have the biggest impact in motivating and challenging the thinking of learners. Offerings include:
- Leadership QuickTalks – Concise, just-in-time, application-based learning from best-selling business authors and leaders! These five minute video learning programs are designed for immediate and contextual application to drive success in the workplace.
- CEO QuickTalks – The CEO QuickTalks feature the best thinking from Bill Marriott, Bob Wright, Blake Nordstrom and more of today’s top business leaders and practitioners.
- Video On-Demand Programs – Covering key competencies including business acumen, diversity awareness, attracting and retaining talent, and more; offers a suite of video learning assets targeted to drive excellence at all levels of the organization.
- Live Events – Provides executives with cutting-edge thinking in business and leadership through live and interactive presentations featuring the most recognized and sought-after thought leaders including Marcus Buckingham, Stephen Covey, Ken Blanchard and more. Up to eight Live Events are produced annually.
Video programs range in length from one minute to two hours. Many are downloadable to your computer or video iPod!
These video resources are ideal for:
- Self-Development: Just-in-time learning
- Individual Coaching: use QuickTalks for one-on-one coaching
- Team Meetings: use a QuickTalk to start your weekly meeting
An online brochure for the Arabic LDC is available here.
For more information about the Arabic LDC and for pricing, please contact XpertLearning at [email protected] or call +97143910504.