PGT201E
Instructional Technology
Practices
• E-learning is a flexible term used to describing a means of
teaching through technology.
• E-learning is the use of technology to enable people to learn
anytime and anywhere.
• Definition : learning conducted via electronic media, typically on
the Internet.
PRINCIPLES OF E-LEARNING
Digital learning includes online learning
which includes blended learning (and
Blended Learning) and e-Learning. It also
includes “offline digital learning”, like using
local software and digital cameras.
E-learning Online learning Blended learning
• This is learning in which • online learning • virtual learning which
the interaction between encompasses both e- combines the traditional
student and teacher is Learning and blended learning of face-to-face
online. learning. instructions of the teacher
• Like student taking a • “using online tools for with online instructions of
course from a teacher learning”. a remote teacher through
without going to a physical • It doesn’t matter where a video conferencing
classroom with that you are on the face-to- • So in this type of learning
teacher. face to e-Learning instruction come from two
• They might be in the same spectrum sources. For one the
building, but the learning • The key element is the use students have to follow a
and the communication is of the Internet. fixed learning schedule by
done online. attending the classes at an
• There may be an offline educational institution and
component (for example, a for the second option,
student might write a they can schedule their
response on paper), but timetable to get
there is always an online instructions from the
connection (e.g. they take remote teacher through a
a picture of their response virtual conferencing
to send to the teacher). platform
Differences
e-Learning allows the students to interact with their teacher only
E-learning Online learning through the internet. They cannot learn or communicate with their
teacher even if they are in the same premises
e-Learning and distance learning are almost the similar types of learning
E-learning Distance learning facilities as both of them allow the students not to attend the classroom
physically. They can use the internet for learning their course without
moving out of their place.
Blended learning is a combination of traditional classroom learning
E-learning Blended learning and virtual learning whereas e-Learning involves only internet
connection for learning any course
Factor to consider in implementing effective e-Learning
• Communication & Networking Tools
• Synchronous vs. Asynchronous Communication, Web 2.0 & Social Media
• Content Creation Tools
• Online Content Creation Tools, Offline Content Creation Tools
• Online Assessment Tools
• Advantages & Disadvantages of Online Assessment, Online Assessment Tools
• Learning Resources
• Open Educational Resources (OER)
Factor to consider in implementing
effective e-Learning
Communication & Networking Tools
Synchronous vs. Asynchronous Communication
Web 2.0 & Social Media
Content Creation Tools
Online Content Creation Tools
Offline Content Creation Tools
Online Assessment Tools
Advantages & Disadvantages of Online Assessment
Online Assessment Tools
Learning Resources
Open Educational Resources (OER)
Different Types of e-Learning
E-learning components
e-learning approaches can combine different types of e-learning components,
including:
(a) e-learning content;
• simple learning resources - non-interactive resources such as
documents, PowerPoint presentations, videos or audio files
• interactive e-lessons
• electronic simulations
(b) e-tutoring, e-coaching, e-mentoring;
(c) collaborative learning - Online discussions , collaboration
(d) virtual classroom
Synchronous and asynchronous e-learning
Synchronous events take place in real time. • Chat and IM
Synchronous communication between two • Video and audio conference
people requires them to both be present at a • Live webcasting
given time. • Application sharing
• Whiteboard
• Polling
Asynchronous events are time-independent. A • E-mail
self-paced course is an example of • Discussion forum
asynchronous e-learning because online • Wiki
learning takes place at any time. • Blog
• Webcasting
Traditional
vs. e-learning
Approach
Traditional and E-learning approaches
Traditional Classroom E-Learning
Classroom • Physical – limited size • Unlimited
• Synchronous • Anytime, anywhere
Content • PowerPoint/transparency/etc • Multimedia / simulation
• Textbooks/library • Digital library
• Video • On demand
• Collaboration • Syn & Asyn. Communication
Personalisation • One learning path • Learning path and pace
determined by learner
e-learning Benefit
• Time and cost saving – e-learning can overcome the limitations of
times, distances, and resources.
• Convenient.
– Repeatable - as many times as you like.
• Easier to monitor progress.
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• In an on-line multimedia learning
environment:
– teaching & learning is ‘one-to-one’ (individual)
– more interactivity (in normal classroom, it varies with the
class size)
– learner-centred
– Learner monitoring & grading system
• Cost-effective
– Virtual learning environment
– Share lessons among schools
– Reduce material cost
– Reduce travel/accommodation costs
• media-rich
– Easier to understand & more engaging
• repeatable
– As many times as you like
• easier to monitor progress
– less administrative work
– can be more precise
The End
E-Learning
