E–Learning

Name  : Septiana Wahyu Setyaningrum

NIM   :2201412053

This week we discussed E-Learning concept, purpose, application and potency; benefits and threats of E–Learning ; E-Learning opportunities in Indonesia. I have made the summary and here we go.

E-Learning 

http://pctechmag.com/topics/e-learning/

E-learning is a computer based educational tool or system that enables you to learn anywhere and at any time. Today e-learning is mostly delivered though the internet.

E-learning offers the ability to share material in all kinds of formats such as videos, slideshows, word documents and PDFs. E-learning offers an alternative that is faster, cheaper and potentially better than traditional learning. (Source: http://www.talentlms.com/elearning/). The purpose of e-learning is to allow people to learn for personal accomplishment or to earn a professional degree, without physically attending a traditional university or academic setting(http://www.ehow.com/about_4788168_what-purpose-e-Learning.html).

There so many e-learning tools and application

(Source: http://www.go2web20.net/#tag:e-learning)

I have been used edmodo for my one of my subject, it is very helpful. I can share my assignment, comment the post and this e-learning application is connected with teacher and also parent.

In one side E-learning has the advantages. They are first more flexible, because e-Learning can be done in short chunks of time that can fit around your daily schedule. Second it is a very mobile method, as e-Learning can be done on laptops, tablets and phones. Third no travel, because as just mentioned, e-Learning can be done wherever you have a device capable of doing so. Then lower cost, as you aren’t using a trainer’s time or any room or equipment, e-Learning tends to be the much cheaper option. Next tailor it to you, e-Learning courses aren’t confined to be fixed to try and suit the needs of the majority. Then technological possibilities – e-Learning is fast becoming a more and more popular method and with it, so has the investment into how to improve it further. The last global – With very few restrictions companies can be confident that their staff can receive the same content regardless of their location, and in many cases, their nationality. On the other side, e-Learning has disadvantages. They are first lack of control, learners with low motivation tend to fall behind when using e-Learning as there are no set times to be doing it and they are responsible for the organization themselves. Second learning approach, it doesn’t appeal to all learning styles so some learners will not enjoy the experience. Third isolated, because a lot of questions are a lot easily answered when face to face with someone when you can guarantee an instant answer. Then technology issues – With heavy reliance on computers that e-Learning brings, comes the potential risks that comes with it. The last, Computer Competency – Some employees might not be too comfortable using computers, especially if their jobs don’t require them to.

(Source:http://www.optimussourcing.com/learninghintsandtips/the-advantages-and-disadvantages-of-elearning)

            In Indonesia e-Learning is well known. In this modern era, everybody may understand well about e-Learning. In my opinion the using of e-Learning is practical and helpful for us as a students.