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What We Offer | Microsoft Official Distance Learning

 
This exciting new learning platform blends online classroom training, live discussion, real-world-based scenarios, and self-directed study into one rich and easy-to-use educational experience—delivered right to your desktop. Microsoft Official Distance Learning (MODL) courses use a proven instructional methodology that attracts professionals who want the interactivity of the classroom and the flexibility of an online course. MODL courses are offered directly through Springhouse, an authorized Microsoft Certified Partner for Learning Solutions, so you can be confident that you are being supported by a qualified organization that meets strict requirements to provide a valuable distance learning experience.
 
 

Get the expert instruction you want in the convenient location you need.

You can now get instructor-led classes delivered right to your desktop with our new facilitated online offering.
 

Microsoft Official Distance Learning training is ideally suited for you if you:


  • Want guidance from a live instructor, but prefer the convenience of an online course;
  • Want to upgrade your skills, but don’t have the time to commute to a training course;
  • Can’t find the right class at a nearby location or a convenient time;
  • Work in an organization with a limited travel budget.

For our enterprise customers, we can customize the timing and delivery of course modules to meet the unique needs of your organization. Our custom distance learning courses can help you:

  • Provide affordable, unified training to a geographically dispersed workforce;
  • Ensure that your consultants don’t spend billable hours attending consecutive days of classroom training;
  • Enhance your employee productivity with high quality training.

Microsoft Official Distance Learning FAQ

Q. Is MODL a replacement for Classroom Training?
A. No. MODL offers a solution for professionals with specific education needs and constrained schedules or budgets.

Q. How is MODL different from Microsoft E-Learning?
A. Microsoft E-learning is a self-directed learning experience. MODL is an instructor-facilitated experience for those who prefer group interaction, instructor support, and independent study. Both MODL and Microsoft E-Learning provide a flexible means to acquire knowledge and skills on Microsoft products and technologies.

Q. Who is MODL for?
A. MODL courses are for IT professionals and developers who want relevant, hands-on training that is job-role-specific, and the convenience of anytime/anyplace learning.

Q. What technologies do MODL courses cover?
A. Currently, courses are being developed for Microsoft products and technologies including Microsoft Windows Server 2003, Microsoft SQL Server, Microsoft .NET, Microsoft Visual Studio, and Windows Vista.

Q. How long are MODL courses?
A. Most MODL courses range from four to ten sessions over two to five weeks.

 
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