The Fundamentals of E-Learning Marsha Downs AET 541 March 25‚ 2013 Leo Giglio The Fundamentals of E-Learning Definition of e-Learning The most basic definition of E-learning is learning that is facilitated and supported via information and communication technology (ICT). The American Society for Training and Development (ASTD) defines e-learning as a broad set of applications and processes which include web-based learning‚ computer-based learning‚ virtual classrooms‚ and digital. Much
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E-learning advantages First Draft E-learning education has spread widely (through the years) and its advantages still increasing. Virtual teachers and classrooms and to study in the comfort of your living room are only a few examples of the good points of this educational system‚ things that you would never have thought in the past. The flexibility to study by e-learning is unapproachable. You can do it anywhere and at your own time. Learners can go at their own pace‚ not at the pace of
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Chapter 1 INTRODUCTION Background of the study E-learning is a very broad term. It is commonly used to describe any type of learning environment that is computer enhanced. There are multiple technologies that can be employed in E-learning. It has become one of those types of words that are generally have lost some of its meaning. Distance learning is something that has evolved from E-learning. It is used to describe on a learning environment that takes place away from the actual traditional classroom
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Benefits of E-learning E-learning has definite benefits over traditional classroom training. While the most obvious are the flexibility and the cost savings from not having to travel or spend excess time away from work‚ there are also others that might not be so obvious. For example: It’s less expensive to produce - Using Trainersoft’s authoring software to produce your own asynchronous training programs‚ e-training is virtually free once you reach the break-even point. Synchronous programs will
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Chapter 1: Introduction 1.1 Introduction: Web based learning system Web-based learning system is gaining popularity in education field for the twenty-first century. It has been widely developed and adopted in most of the university. The learning system is not limited by time or place. Thus it can provide students with a learning environment that is more flexible and convenient. It also helps students to learn efficiently‚ develop their professional expertise quickly‚ and advance professionally
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Drawback of Virtual Learning -- What are the benefits and drawbacks of virtual &/or home schools? How can you tell what type of school your child should use? Benefits of online learning While little substantive research has been done concerning online learning in K-12 schools‚ a plethora of researchers have concentrated on the benefits and drawbacks of online learning in higher education. While the recipient of these benefits or drawbacks are students with slightly different learning styles and
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CHAPTER 1 1.0 INTRODUCTION E-Learning is the imparting of knowledge via electronic means. Transfer of skills and expertise has been enabled by computers and networks. At present time‚ Technology or to use a computer is a common or very popular when it comes into marketing fields‚ government agencies‚ business firms‚ schools and even homes. It makes almost everything possible to do by just using a computer. With the application of information technology‚ it helps people to do anything‚ anywhere
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whereby a computer is used to present the instructional material and monitor the learning that takes place. CAI uses a combination of text‚ graphics‚ sound and video in enhancing the learning process. The computer has many purposes in the classroom‚ and it can be utilized to help a student in all areas of the curriculum. Computer-assisted instruction allows the students to be active participants in their learning and to browse all the topics in their own pace. “CAI may help students develop creative
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Introduction Internet – based learning and traditional classroom learning are the popular learning styles known to some people. There have been several debates and which is still going on about which learning is the best. However‚ both learning styles have their limitations‚ advantages and disadvantages‚ but researchers still argue that one of the learning styles earlier mentioned is better than the other. Critics point out that Web-based training is a good alternative for independent‚ self-motivated
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Learning: Online versus the Classroom Mr. James Ackison December 7‚ 2012 Everest University Orlando Learning: Online versus the Classroom Which would you prefer‚ learning online or sitting in a physical classroom? With the advent of technology the question of which is better has become difficult to answer. However continuing education has become much more accessible due to online classrooms. Focusing on the benefits and drawbacks between learning online and the traditional classroom will
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