E-Learning

E-learning

What is E-learning?

E-learning is a learning technology is relatively new in Indonesia. To simplify the term, the electronic learning is shortened to e-learning. This word consists of two parts, ie 'e' is an abbreviation of 'electronica' and 'learning' which means 'learning'. So e-learning means learning by using electronic devices aid services. So, in the implementation of e-learning use of audio, video or computer device or a combination of all three.

There are three things of positive impact in the educational use of the Internet are:

a) Learners can easily take courses anywhere in the world without borders or boundaries of institutions.

b) Learners can easily sit on the experts in the field of interest.

c) Lectures / study can easily be taken in various parts of the world without relying on the university / school where the students learn. In addition, the current library also presents a more dynamic Internet and can be used in the entire universe.

The Advantages of eLearning training includes:

More Flexible – eLearning can be done in short chunks of time that can fit around your daily schedule.

Mobile – As eLearning can be done on laptops, tablets and phones – it is a very mobile method.

No Travel– As just mentioned, eLearning can be done wherever you have a device capable of doing so.

Lower cost – As you aren’t using a trainer’s time or any room or equipment, eLearning tends to be the much cheaper option.

The Disadvantages of eLearning Training includes:

Lack of Control– Learners with low motivation tend to fall behind when using eLearning as there are no set times to be doing it and they are responsible for the organisation themselves.

Learning Approach – It doesn’t appeal to all learning styles so some learners will not enjoy the experience – especially strong activists and pragmatists.

Isolated – A lot of questions are a lot easily answered when face to face with someone when you can guarantee an instant answer.

Technology Issues – With heavy reliance on computers that eLearning brings, comes the potential risks that comes with it.

There are some examples of e-learning websites: Kidopo, Wepaper, Edmodo, etc.