Post on 18-Jan-2016
E-learning
E-learning
Studies and confusion
Technology-driven definitions
Delivery-system-oriented definitions
Communication-oriented definitions
Educational-paradigm-oriented definitions
Studies and confusion
• E-learning studies attempt to provide an inclusive or umbrella definition for e-learning.
• Definitions cause confusion and create contradictions.
One inclusive definition.
Umbrella concept Confusion Contradictions
Technology-driven definitions
E-learning is …
• The use of electronic media for learning purposes.
• To add-on functions in conventional classrooms.
• To fully substitute face-to-face meetings.
• To provide a course online using a modem, wireless or cable connection to access academic material.
• Distance education through remote resources.
• The use of technology to deliver learning programs.
Electronic media Online course
Delivery-system-oriented definitions
E-learning is …
• The delivery of educational content through electronic media.
• On-line education defined as self-paces or real-time delivery of training over the Internet to end-user devices.
• The delivery of learning program by electronic means.
• Education delivered by Web techniques.
Communication-oriented definitions
E-learning is …
• Education that use computerized communication systems for communication, exchange of information and interaction between students and instructors.
• Learning based on information and communication technologies with pedagogical interaction between student and content, student and the instructor and among students on the Web.
• Learning facilitated by the use of digital tools and content that involves some form of interactivity, that may include online interaction between the learner and teacher or peers.
Educational paradigm-oriented definitions
E-learning …
• Is the use of new multimedia technologies and the Internet to improve the quality of learning by facilitating access to resources and services as well as collaboration.
• Is a combination of processes, content and infrastructure to use computers and networks to improve learning including management and delivery.
• Is information and communication technologies used to support students to improve their learning.
• Refers to educational processes that utilize information and communication technologies to mediate synchronous as well as asynchronous learning and teaching activities.