Basics of E-Learning

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Basics of E-Learning
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Basics of E-learning

• Introduction to E-learning
• Types of E-learning
• When to use Synchronous e-learning?
• When to use Asynchronous e-learning?
• E-learning Delivery Platforms
• Benefits of E-learning for Businesses
• Benefits of E-learning for Students

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Introduction to E-learning
Any type of learning directed by means of an
electronic gadget, commonly on the Internet is
referred to as e-learning. With the help of
e-learning courses, our learning experience
becomes simpler and quicker. E-learning has
become a popular and effective medium through
which students studying in educational
institutes, and professionals working in
organizations can grasp new information with
better efficiency. Numerous e-learning
development services are provided and delivered
which can benefit students studying in classrooms
for basic level education as well as wish to
widen their horizons for better career prospects.
E-learning is also great for the companies to
manage their employees development, teach them
new skills and train them for various positions.
Therefore, it is the need of the hour to opt for
e-learning solutions provided by dedicated
educational content development companies.
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Types of E-learning

• Synchronous
• Asynchronous

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Synchronous Learning

• Synchronous, means at the same time,
• Synchronous e-learning takes place in real-time
  with a group of learners. However, not
  necessarily located in one place.
• Collaborative and feedback-friendly
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• Examples- Live webinars, audio and video
  conferencing, virtual classrooms, instant
  messaging

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Asynchronous Learning

• Asynchronous, means not at the same time
• Asynchronous e-learning makes it possible for
  learners to access the e-learning content through
  the e-learning environment at any time
• Cost effective and time-independent
• Examples- Self paced online courses, discussion
  forums and groups, blogs, emails. CDs and DVDs

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When to use Synchronous e-learning?

• Use synchronous e-learning for the following
• Instructor based online training
• Concept-based training
• Doubt clearing sessions
• Soft-skill training
• Teaching foreign languages.

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When to use Asynchronous e-learning?

• Use asynchronous e-learning for the following-
• Generic business topics like management
  training, financial training, etc.
• Projects with simulations like industrial
  control simulations, flight simulators, etc.
• Long shelf-life training
• Static training material
• Process based training where learner gets
  pre-recorded study material that he studies in
  his own time

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E-learning Delivery Platforms
E-learning can be delivered through a Learning
Management System (LMS) or a Learning Content
management System (LCMS)
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Benefits of E-learning for Businesses

• Wider coverage
• Faster Upskillment of employees
• Increased productivity
• Cost-effectiveness
• Easy Storage
• Easy Progress Tracking
• Consistency
• Personalization

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Benefits of E-learning for Students

• Quick delivery of lessons
• Self-paced learning
• Saves time, money and resources
• Mobility
• Effective results
• Drives human engagement
• Higher Retention
• Self-paced learning
• Scalability
• Consistency

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