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The Benefits
of E - Learning There are many significant
benefits for all those who engage in
e-learning which include:
Convenience:
E-learning delivers just-in-time
training to the desktop, taken at
the learner's convenience. On-demand
access means that the student can
access training instantly at the
office, at home, or on the road, 24
hours a day, seven days a week.
Customization:
Through e-learning, academic
institutions are capable of
addressing individual and group
needs, then tailor the learning
modules to specific interests,
career objectives, and geographic
places.
Learner
Controlled:
E-learning technology has offered
learners greater authority over the
learning environment where learning
is self-paced giving them a chance
to speed up or slow down as
necessary. Besides, learning is
self-directed, allowing students to
choose content and tools appropriate
to their differing interests, needs
and skill level.
Cost
Effectiveness:
One of the major benefits of
e-learning is that it eliminates the
expenses of getting the instructor
and students in the same place.
Learners are given the chance to
save travel expenses including
residence, food, child care…etc.
Besides, employees don't experience
the "opportunity cost" created from
the working time being lost to
training. In addition, the tuition
fees for e-learning programs are
usually less than traditional
learning programs.
Interactivity:
The e-learning technology allow for
the optimum interactive online
environment and foster the greatest
student/instructor content through
the rich array of interactive
we-based learning tools that are
available for the learner.
Effectiveness:
Online training results in superior
retention compares to traditional
learning. Studies confirm that
online learning processes lead to
60% faster learning curve. Moreover,
the delivery of content in smaller
units further contributes to a more
lasting learning effect.
Consistency:
The information delivered can be
consistent to all users, therefore,
reducing the possibility for
misinterpretation.
Measurement:
E-learning software empowers
administrators to track learners'
performance, measure their progress,
and produce detailed usage reports.
This enables trainers to carry out
assessments and evaluate
cost-effectiveness.
Global
Opportunities:
With e-learning, the global learning
community is at your fingertips. The
technologies utilized provide
learners with the unique opportunity
to access global resources that may
never be accessible in a traditional
classroom.
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