| Benefits of E-Learning |
"Good teaching is good teaching, no matter how it's done."
E-Learning brings with it new dimensions in education. Some of the unique features of e-Learning are as follows |
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| Features of E-Learning |
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1. E-Learning is self-paced and gives students a chance to speed up or slow down as necessary.
2. E-Learning is self-directed,
allowing students to choose content and tools appropriate to their differing interests, needs, and skill levels.
3. Designed around the
learner.
4. Geographical barriers are eliminated,
opening up broader education options.
5. 24/7 accessibility makes scheduling easy and allows a greater number of people to attend classes.
6. On-demand access means
learning can happen precisely when needed.
7. Travel time and associated costs (parking, fuel, vehicle maintenance) are reduced or eliminated.
8. Overall student costs are frequently less (tuition, residence,
food, child care).
9. Enhances computer and Internet skills. |
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| Benefits of e-Learning |
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| There are many significant advantages for the student who learns online. Here are just a few to consider: |
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| Convenience and Portability |
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1. Courses are accessible on your schedule.
2. Online learning does not require physical attendance
3. Learning is self-paced (not too slow, not too fast).
4. You're unbound by time - courses are available 24/7.
5. You're unbound by place - study at home, work, or on the road. |
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| Cost and Selection |
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1. Choose from a range of courses to meet your needs.
2. Continuing Education.
3. Individual courses.
4. Wide range of prizes to be won on
a daily basis. |
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| Flexibility |
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1. Student-centered.
2. Choose instructor-led or self-study courses.
3. Skip over material you already know and focus on topics you'd like to learn.
4. Use the tools best suited to your learning styles. |
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| Higher Retention |
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| 1. Online learning will draw you to topics you like and enjoy. Studies show that because of this and the variety of delivery methods used to reach different types of learners, retention is frequently better than in a traditional classroom. |