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Concept of E-Learning Solutions: Better or Worse
by: James Marriot Increasing demand for corporate training as well as the logistical
headaches associated with assembling instructors and students at a single
location has been the main reason for the birth of E-learning services. In an
attempt to avoid the logistical complications of on location training, many
companies have opted for a virtual approach to training. Stand-alone CD-ROM
modules, enterprise-wide, Web-based programs comprised of hundreds of courses
custom-designed for thousands of users all fall under the concept of E-Learning.
However, there’re many who’re skeptical of E-learning services and
believes it to be just a lot of hype. E-learning is basically a new or different form of learning. E-learning
enables learners to combine traditional methods of learning with the internet
facilities. In fact, some learners opt for a mix of face-to-face experiences
with network-based education. However, like everything, E-Learning programs have
its pros and cons. It has been found that often, E-learning provides a more
individualized, self-paced, self-directed learning experience. A main advantage of E-learning services is flexibility. With E-learning
services there is no need to go to an institution in order to learn a subject or
a skill. Also, you can work as well as study because E-Learning solutions
don’t have fixed classroom timings and therefore you’ve the
freedom to learn at your own pace and at your convenience. E-Learning solutions
also have the flexibility of being CD-ROM-based, Network-based, Intranet-based
or Internet-based. It’s a hands-on learning experience without the disadvantages like
crowded classrooms or a huge auditorium, where your questions and views might
not get addressed. Another advantage is the amount of time you can save. With
E-learning services you can save the time as well as costs that you’d
otherwise spend commuting to your classes. But, you’ll however miss out
on the experiences that come with campus life and the social interaction that
are a part of traditional classrooms and institutions. And with E-learning
solutions, you can learn as and when you need it and your learning options
aren’t constrained or limited by your geographic location. Another unique feature of E-learning services is that the instruction can
be more personalized and flexible. Therefore it’s more effective for
particular kinds of learners like, shy, reflective, language challenged or slow.
Within E-learning the focus is on the students and not on the instructor. However, like everything, it has its share of disadvantages as well. For
example, E-learning services that have ineffective online instructors are not
very useful. Also, many instructors find it difficult to use E-learning services
for traditional content. And it’s at the same time more time consuming as
instructors have to provide individualized feedback. Also, often there is the
matter of equipment needs of students and learning providers as well as the
technical training and support of learners and instructors. Another issue that needs to be addressed is the academic honesty of online
students, especially when it comes to testing and assessment. In this matter the
absence of face-to-face interaction is a big set back. Another fact is that
E-learning services are not available to all learners from all walks of life,
because it needs special infrastructure to support it as well as new skills and
responsibilities from the students. However, E-learning services provided by offshore E-Learning solutions
provider companies have now become more universal, and is now giving people and
organizations the competitive edge that allows them to stay ahead of the quickly
varying global information economy. In the long run, this will help the Indian
economy grow, since many companies have now started to outsource their
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About The Author
James Marriott is a finance writer with more than 15 years of experience
in writing financial content, including those related to credit cards,
mortgages, stocks, investments, and funds. He has been with RNCOS, a premier
financial writing services company, for 2 years as head of financial
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