Glossary of Learning Terms > I > Internet-Based Training (IBT)

Delivery of anywhere, any-time training content via a web browser over the Internet or an intranet. Internet-based training provides links to learning resources outside of the course, such as references, e-mail, bulletin boards, and discussion groups. Internet-based training can be synchronous (instructor-facilitated) and asynchronous (self-directed, self-paced). Also referred to as Web-based training, interactive training, computer-based training, online training. See also E-Learning, Synchronous, Asynchronous.