An investigation of computer generated knowledge retention activities in computer-based training with adult learners

Abstract

The goal of this investigation was to evaluate the impact of training and the effectiveness of different types of knowledge retention activities delivered by computer-based training programs. This study focused on a computer-based learning system called the Profound Learning Delivery System (PLS). PLS is an application designed to improve the content knowledge retention of adult learners who are completing computer-based training.This study used a pretest-posttest experimental design to compare adult learners' knowledge of Microsoft Outlook ("Outlook," 1997)