| Instructor-Led Training | Online Training | Virtual Classrooms |
|---|---|---|
| 1-2 days in length | Generally 1-2 hours in length | Same duration as instructor-led training but taught in 4.5-hour sessions over consecutive days |
| Taught live by an Altera instructor who can answer your questions | Recording of an Altera instructor (question and answer session not available) | Taught live by an Altera instructor who can answer your questions |
| Live presentation coupled with hands-on exercises, usually with development boards | Recorded presentation and demonstrations; usually no hands-on exercises | Live presentation coupled with hands-on exercises. Taught virtually using the internet. |
| Class schedule shows available dates and locations | Available at any time, from any computer with Internet capability | Class schedule shows available dates and times. Attend from work or home. |

