What is E-learning? |  |
| There may be other definitions, but I define e-learning (also called elearning or eLearning) as: The delivery of a learning, training or education program by electronic means. E-learning involves the use of a computer or electronic device (e.g. a mobile phone) in some way to provide training, educational or learning material. (Derek Stockley 2003) E-learning can involve a greater variety of equipment than online training or education, for as the name implies, "online" involves using the Internet or an Intranet. CD-ROM and DVD can be used to provide learning materials. Distance education provided the base for e-learning's development. E-learning can be "on demand". It overcomes timing, attendance and travel difficulties. An e-journey is one type of e-learning or online training. Blended learning is e-learning combined with other training methods. | Definition - learning or education program by electronic means |
What's next? |  |
Do you want to learn more about e-learning?
Implementing e-learning - an "how to" guide by Derek Stockley - important tips and information about the successful implementation of e-learning systems in companies and organisations. This article was originally in EI Magazine (EI, Volume 2 Issue 7, February 2006, Ark Group Ltd). You can read it in PDF format (as published) here.
There is a free tutorial on the Derek Stockley site called: E-learning Tutorial. It provides information about many aspects of elearning including major features, major trends, key issues, leading experts and comprehensive resource links.
The resource reviewer at the influential E-learning Centre - UK - Resources site describes the tutorial as "a good overview of e-learning".
Paul Semmens, a PhD research student at the University of Tasmania said "I found your online 'E-journey on E-learning' most interesting and helpful."
The major topics in the e-learning tutorial include answers to such questions as:
What is the relationship of e-learning to online education and/or training?
How big is the e-learning industry? Who are the major players?
What is a Learning Management System (LMS)?
Where can I find out more information? What resources are available?
On the other hand, another approach can be a simple listing of relevant and worthwhile sites. An example is : Interesting "leadership" sites.
In between these two examples is a hybrid - some information - some interesting links - see : Top 50 Management Gurus (Business Intellectuals). This page lists the top 50 management gurus identified by Accenture, the international consulting firm. Extensive links to information about each guru is provided.
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