E-learning, also referred to as online learning or electronic learning, is the acquisition of knowledge that takes place through electronic technologies and media. We can define e-learning as broad in scope and including both online learning and aspects of blended learning. E-learning covers all forms of digital teaching and learning, both on campus and remotely.

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Typically, e-learning is conducted on the Internet, where students can access their learning materials online at any place and time. E-Learning most often takes place in the form of online courses, online degrees, or online programs.

E-learning can be both asynchronous and synchronous.
Asynchronous learning allows you to learn on your own schedule, within a certain timeframe. You can access and complete online recorded videos, readings, homework and other learning materials at any time during a specific enrolment period. A big benefit to asynchronous classes is, of course, the flexibility.

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For those students who still like to interact with a class full of people, synchronous online learning would be best. Synchronous learning means that although you will be learning from a distance, you will virtually attend a class session as scheduled by your RTO, at the same time as your Trainer and classmates. Much like a traditional classroom-based course, the online class is a firm, weekly time commitment that cannot be rescheduled.

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Do you want to learn more about e-learning?

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Check out our TAESS00018 Deliver E-learning Skill set HERE or learn more about e-learning from our blog: What is e-learning and what are its benefits?

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