A new maritime learning platform has been launched that combined the resources, talents and strengths of several maritime learning businesses.
Having brought together maritime learning businesses Seagull and Videotel, Ocean Technologies Group (OTG) combined the expertise of these businesses into the Ocean Learning Platform. The new release also draws on sister learning brands Marlins and MTS.
Caspar Atkinson, chief product officer at Ocean Technologies Group, said: “The new Ocean Platform offers a compelling, engaging and comprehensive learning experience for the seafarer.”
Blended learning
The Ocean Learning Platform is an enterprise level maritime learning management system designed to unite shore based and onboard training initiatives, online and across mobile devices. It delivers blended learning, assessment and competency management solutions that completely connect e-Learning and hands-on activity to improve knowledge, skills and behavioural development.
At its core is a new Ocean Learning Library bringing together materials from across the brands, with every ship type and trade catered for.
Upgraded software-enabled features and the introduction of micro-learning and gamified content will further enhance crew engagement.
An integrated rapid authoring tool allows companies to quickly create customised and trackable e-Learning content on subject areas of critical importance to the company.
A pulse survey tool allows ship managers and crew managers to actively engage with their seafarers on a range of interactive applications like employee experience, safety& operational matters and in-house campaigns.
There is also a performance appraisal tool to improve the quality, efficiency, transparency and security of ongoing proficiency and career development.
By Rebecca Jeffrey
