Due to the Pandemic, there has been a huge shift in the processing of services. Ever since social gathering has become a threat, a lot of businesses are going digital to continue their services. eLearning has been able to save the education industry from going into a crash. Even though eLearning has been criticized in the past, it has become a necessity today. There have been a lot of innovations and developments in the eLearning sector to enhance learning and teaching experiences. Software like Learning Management Systems, Digital Library, Virtual Classrooms amongst others is being adopted by a growing number of educational institutions. These innovations are providing a better learning experience than traditional classroom learning. To understand the benefits of eLearning, let’s talk about its true definition.
What is eLearning?
According to The Economic Times, “A learning system based on formalized teaching but with the help of electronic resources is known as E-learning.”
eLearning is a formal teaching system supported by electronic resources such as laptops, tablets, phones, etc. It is important to have an electronic device to experience eLearning. It is a collection of educational and informative data that includes eBooks, videos, audio files, etc. for the purpose of learning and improving skills. Students and teachers have easy access to the course material through the internet.
Benefits of eLearning
Here are some of the benefits of eLearning:
Learn at your own pace
Apart from the regular traditional learning, a student can take the same lecture multiple times without asking the lecturer to repeat it. There are numerous eLearning videos that can be watched numerous times whenever required. They can watch the lectures and learn at their own pace.
Can be used by everyone
Online learning can be accessed by anyone regardless of their age or schedule. Working individuals, college and school students can use eLearning to boost their skills at their comfortable time. eLearning breaks the barrier of time in education and learning. It is open to anyone and everyone who has access to the internet.
Latest and updated knowledge
All the information is provided with multiple sources so that the students can do in-depth research on their subjects. It provides all detailed and accurate information along with its source for research and learning purposes.
Cost-effective
A lot of money can be saved through eLearning as there is no cost for travel, accommodation, or course materials. Apart from saving money, eLearning also saves time.
Performance Tracking
Students and teachers can track performances through analytics-based out of the learning management systems online. This helps in tracking progress and also pinpoint areas that need improvement.
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