eLearning

Online learning takes place at any time. In such cases, students ideally complete the course at their own pace, by using a Learning Platform like an LMS. There are some examples of asynchronous learning like Self-paced (SCORM), Audio/Video, E-mail, Discussion forum, Wiki/Blog, Webcasting/Conferencing, CBT and WBT, Simulations, Game-based learning.

  

 Nowadays self study is the most common method which uses wiki, blog and any reading material like ppt, pdf files to offer the initial knowledge to learners. This also allows subject matter experts to the group of learners on the classroom training to resolve their queries and doubts.

 The second most common method is to create demo video to train the learners. It also helps to create one way of learning assets which help the learner know about the basics by watching.

 In another type of  type of learning E-Courses are made available to the learners in the form of a CD or a Computer-based training (CBT), which can be run on the learner’s system. E- courses can also be made available through Web-based training (WBT), which utilize the internet as a platform like  a Learning Management System. The courses are self-paced, and the learner has no interaction with an instructor or fellow learners. This works very well for adult learners who are more motivated to learn, in order to learn new skills, update their resumes and attain professional excellence.
 Blended eLearning ,this combines both the Synchronous and the Asynchronous ways of learning.  A blended approach works best here -where the classroom is utilized to conduct exercises and interactions. These exercises cannot be conducted in eLearning delivery as peer interaction is limited. Short e-courses can be created to help learners prepare a background for the lesson before they come to class.

 The easy availability and affordability of mobile devices has created the space for mobile-enabled learning or mobile learning. Simply converting e-courses to mobile compatible modules is not enough. The capabilities of the mobile device, including disk space, internet connectivity, and the screen size has to be taken into consideration. 

 Games are considered to be fun by all, but they can be a powerful medium of experiential learning as well. Such classes focus on creating engagement and motivation for the learners to learn the things while they play.

 Choosing the right eLearning methods, totally depends upon the proper need of the school and upon the nature of the students and their collaboration methods. Knowing all of the benefits of choosing the right eLearning methods for our needs,we may want to think about implementing it when designing our next eLearning course. It can not only make the development process more productive, but it will also provide a better eLearning experience for the students .