E-Learning

Sun, Feb 22, 2009, by R Rajesh

Web Talk

Everybody needs education and knowledge to survive in this information age.

Today’s world is ruled by knowledge. There is a golden proverb that Knowledge is Power. It is certainly true for this information age. If you want to survive in this era then learning and education is very much important. Traditionally learning and education is possible through only schools and colleges. In those days people believe in formal education standards. Internet revolution has re-dictated the whole principle of learning and knowledge sharing. In the early days it is extremely difficult to find a good teacher or guide. But in the present scenario the interaction between the learner and teacher happens without seeing each other. All the credits must go to internet and World Wide Web. Learning through internet and electronic media such as CD (Compact Disk) is called as E-Learning. It has both merits and demerits. This article covers the basics of E-Learning with its merits and demerits.

Basics

Many websites provide information. We can able to learn about many things through these websites. Now with the use of these websites young children are learning and widening their knowledge base. All you need for e-learning is just a computer with internet connection or CD drives. E-Learning provides many new ways such as use of multimedia tools to enhance the power and quality of education.

Merits

Easy to Learn: E-Learning offers easy to learn environment. Video tutorials and how-to guides provide step-by-step learning. So when compared to traditional learning E-Learning offers easy to learn environment.

Cost-Effective: E-Learning is very much cheap when compared to traditional learning.

Everyone can learn: E-Learning provides a platform where everyone can learn and improve their knowledge. There is no restriction for anybody.

Demerits

E-Learning needs electronic equipments and internet connectivity. Still many peoples are reluctant to use computers and internet. So they cannot use E-Learning to its full potential.

Summary

On the whole E-Learning provides many opportunities for peoples to learn. Many peoples are now moving towards E-Learning to survive in this competitive world.

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