e-Learning and its Advantages

e-Learning is defined in variety of ways. Some of them are mentioned below.

• e-Learning is the acquisition and use of knowledge distributed and facilitated primarily by electronic means. This form of learning currently depends on networks and computers but will likely evolve into systems consisting variety of channels (e.g., wireless, satellite), and technologies (e.g., cellular phones, PDA's) as they are developed and adopted. e-Learning can take the form of courses as well as of modules and smaller learning objects. e-Learning may incorporate synchronous or asynchronous access and may be distributed geographically with varied limits of time.
  
  
• e-Learning can be considered as innovative approach to "Distance Learning" and is a media rich learning, capable of simulating the classroom environment. Therefore, it is an ideal vehicle for delivering training to individuals, located at any place and at any time.
  
  
• e-Learning is the use of networking technology to design, deliver, select, administrator and extend learning. e-Learning is internet enable learning. Components include content delivery in multiple formats, management of the learning experience and a networked community of learners, content developers and experts. e-Learning provides faster learning at reduced costs, increased access to learning and clear accountability for all participants in the learning process. In today's fast paced culture organizations that implement e-Learning provide their workforce with the ability to turn change into an advantage.