Lakshay 11th - D

A learning system based on formalized teaching but

with the help of electronic resources is known as E-
Learning.
While teaching can be based in or out of the
classrooms, the use of computers and the internet
forms the major component of E-Learning. E-Learning
can also be termed as a network enabled transfer of
skills and knowledge, and the delivery of education is
made to a large number of recipients at the same or
different times.

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 Earlier, it was not accepted wholeheartedly as it was
assumed that this system lacked the human element
required in learning.
However, with the rapid progress in technology and the
advancement in learning systems, it is now embraced by
the masses. The introduction of computers was the basis
of this revolution and with the passage of time, as we get
hooked to smartphones, tablets, etc, these devices now
have an importance place in the classrooms for learning.
Books are gradually getting replaced by electronic
educational materials like optical discs or pen drives.
Knowledge can also be shared via the Internet, which is
accessible 24/7, anywhere, anytime.
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• E-Learning is dynamic : today in the era of globalization, it helps
in availing the online experts, best sources and quick
approaches in a single mouse click.
• E-Learning is individual i.e. centered across the learner and
personalized to the individual.
• E-Learning operates in real time that is its available 24/7.
• E-Learning is comprehensive.
• It is network assisted and often learning is done within the
fraction of time.
• Blend of learning methods such as – virtual classroom,
simulation, community and even a classroom. 4
• You are able to link the various resources in several varying formats.
• It is a very efficient way of delivering courses online.
• Due to its convenience and flexibility, the resources are available
from anywhere and at any time.
• Everyone, who are part time students or are working full time, can
take advantage of web-based learning.
• Web-based learning promotes active and independent learning.
• As you have access to the net 24/7, you can train yourself anytime
and from anywhere also.
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• It is a very convenient and flexible option; above all, you don’t have
to depend on anyone for anything.
• Not only can you train yourself on a day to day basis, but also on
weekends or whenever you have the free time to. There is no hard
and fast rule.
• Through discussion boards and chats, you are able to interact with
everyone online and also clear your doubts if any.
• The video instructions that are provided for audio and video
learning can be rewound and seen and heard again and again if
you do not happen to understand the topic first time around.

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• Learners need to have access to a computer as well as the
internet.
• Learners also need to have computer skills with programs such as
word processing, internet browsers, and e-mail.
• E-Learning also requires just as much time for attending class and
completing assignments as any traditional classroom course.
• Students may feel isolated from the instructor.
• Slow or unreliable internet connections can be frustrating.
• Teacher’s lack of knowledge and experience to manage virtual
teacher-student interaction.
• Lack of direct and immediate feedback from
teachers.
• Bias towards tech-savvy students over non-technical
students.
• Asynchronous communication hinders fast exchange
of question.
• Danger of procrastination that is to postpone or
delay needlessly.
1. Synchronous 2. Asynchronous
• set time (phone/Internet classroom sessions)
• Synchronous eLearning is real-time learning. In synchronous learning, the learners and
the teacher are online and interact at the same time from different locations. They
deliver and receive the learning resources via mobile, video conference, Internet or chat.
• In this type of learning the participants can share their ideas during the session and
interact with each other and they get detailed queries and solutions. Synchronous
eLearning is gaining popularity because of improved technology and Internet bandwidth
capabilities.
Learning from the sources of:

• Virtual Classroom
• Audio and Video Conferencing
• Chat
• Webinars
• Application Sharing
• Messaging instantly
• student directed, self-paced learning
• Asynchronous eLearning is pause-and-resume kind of learning. In this type of eLearning
the learner and the teacher cannot be online at same time. Asynchronous eLearning
may use technologies such as email, blogs, discussion forums, eBook’s CDs, DVDs, etc.
• Learners may learn at any time, download documents, and chat with teachers & also
with co-learners. In fact, many learners prefer asynchronous instead of synchronous
learning because learners can take online courses to learn at their preferable time by
not effecting their daily commitments.
Learning from the sources of:

• Self-paced online courses

• Discussion forums & groups
• Message boards
• Improves efficiency both in learning and teaching.
• Increases motivation.
• Deepens understanding.
• Promotes collaborate learning.
• Gives new approach to learning and working.
• Provides new ways of interacting.
• Paves way for personality development.
• Increases social skills.
• Creates interest in learning.
• Helpful for self-evaluation.
• Wide reach and consistent.
• User convenient.
• Flexible and rich medium for
students.
• Useful tool to address students with
different learning and cognitive
styles.
• Self-pacing for slow and quick
learners, reduces stress and
increases satisfaction.
 • Develop
knowledge and • Create
• Self-directed learning
• Self-motivated skills
• Understand environment
• Self- • Provide ICT
regulating learning and its
need infrastructure
• Lifelong • Resources for
learning • Facilitate
learning lifelong
• Create learning learning
opportunities
Blog, Forum, Wiki, in a E-book, Learning
Diffusion and Enabling Management System,
learning community or
sharing of technologies Virtual Lab, Augmented
among different
knowledge Reality
communities

Innovative model of interactive

and interdisciplinary
personalized learning
Schools, Universities,
Partnership MIUR, Editors, ICT
Textbooks, lesson notes, Multimedia
and Companies
CBT lessons, interactive contents and
simulations, virtual experimentat
supports E-books in hundred
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classes for 2010/2011
E-Learning is not intended to replace conventional
methods and learning in classroom. Its aim is to
create an augmented learning environment where
technology is used to deliver a combined range of
teaching and learning techniques aimed at maximizing
the individuals participation and achieving the goals in
the learning and teaching process as a greener world.