During the second block class we brainstormed and explored both the advantages and disadvantages associated with eLearning.
I personally believe that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages, and this was reflected in the amount of points we had under the advantages heading compared with the disadvantages.
Here are some of the things we came up with:
Advantages
- engaging
- rich media resources
- diversity of access – anywhere anytime
- flexibility
- information spread – ability to transfer large amounts of information quickly and easily
- consistency in information and messages being transmitted
- emergence of a learning community
- can be tailorable to suit learner – self-paced/directed, on-demand availability
Disadvantages
- motivation
- isolation
- possibility of inappropriate content / negative learning experiences
- technology issues
- decreased social interaction
A simple easy-to-read article that reflected many of the ideas and concepts we discussed in class is good as it discusses not only advantages and disadvantages associated with learners but also with organisations – http://www.e-learningguru.com/articles/art1_3.htm
So while some of the disadvantages of eLearning are completely valid and are relevant in a range of situations, the fact that the spread of eLearning is increasing and it more and more individuals and organisations are adopting eLearning technologies is evident that the advantages and benefits outweigh the drawbacks and limitations.
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