Drawbacks of having e-learning

Drawbacks


1) The learner may be distracted by other programs such as Facebook while having e-learning.
2) Not everyone has internet at home, so not all learners can do e-learning.
3) The learner may not be able to access to E-learning due to lack of software such as Adobe Flash that is required to do so.
4) Learners tend to scan through the information given through e-learning, and not read it word by word. In this way, the learners may not fully understand the information given.
5) For e-learning, the learner has to stare at the screen of an electronic device such as the computer screen. This may affect his eyes and vision for long-hours e-learning.
6) The learner cannot clarify any doubts on the spot with the tutor during e-learning.

Characteristics of E-Learning

Characteristics of e-learning


(Related to 1. from 'What is e-learning? (From website)'
- Access it anytime and anywhere (Convenience)
- Provide trainings to learners
- Delivery of just-in-time information to learners
- Provide guidance to learners

(Related to 2. from 'What is e-learning? (From website)'
- Digital learning of new information
- Online interaction between learners and teachers
- Distance learning

(Related to 3. from 'What is e-learning? (From website)'
- Deliver broad array of solution to learners
- Enhance the knowledge and performance of learners

What is e-learning? (From website)

What is e-learning? (From website)

1) E-learning is the use of technology to enable people to learn anytime and anywhere. E-learning includes trainings, the delivery of just-in-time information and guidance from experts.
(http://www.e-learningconsulting.com/consulting/what/e-learning.html)


2) Learning that is facilitated by the use of digital tools and content. Typically, it involves some form of interactivity, which may include online interaction between the learners and their teacher or peers.
(http://www.digitalstrategy.govt.nz/Resources/Glossary-of-Key-Terms/)


3) The use of internet technologies to deliver a broad array of solutions that enhance knowledge and performance.
(http://www.nwlink.com/~Donclark/hrd/elearning/define.html)

What is e-learning? (Own words)

What is e-learning? (Own words)

1) Online self-learning for students
2) Posting of lecture notes and videos online to educate students
3) For students to practice self-responsibility for their own learning if there is no lecture/tutorial for the week
4) Most convenient way to acquire new information electronically
5) Every student is able to access and learn new things anywhere, regardless of at home or at institution
6) Delivery of information online and learning without guidance
7) The use of internet webpage and various applications such as Windows Media Player
8) For tutors to access the students online of what they have done / learnt through quizzes and tests

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