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What
is e-learning?
E-learning can take a number of different forms and there is an ongoing
debate about its true definition.
Increasingly, the term ‘e-learning’ is used in a broad sense to refer
to any aspect of learning that involves the use of IT and covers many
aspects of the learning process, including in some cases the information
systems that support the learning/teaching process.
In its most basic form, E-learning may simply involve the replacement
of traditional teaching tools with more sophisticated technological
solutions, such as using presentation software and computer driven
presentations in place of OHP transparencies. At a more sophisticated
level, e-learning might offer a blend of technology tools, combined
with, for example, traditional classroom delivery resulting in courses
delivered partially via the Internet. We'll look at these in more
depth later.
A Google search on "define: e-learning" returns a page of
definitions that all suggest that e-learning is delivered when computer
technology is applied to enhance the learning process, provide teaching
and learning tools and support for the learner. |
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