REFLECTION OF WEEK 6
The concept, application and potency,
benefits and threats of E-learning, and E-learning opportunities in Indonesia
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E-learning (also called
electronic learning) is any type of learning that takes place through or with a
computer. E-learning is primarily facilitated through the Internet but can also
be accomplished with CD-ROMs and DVDs, streaming audio or video and other media.
The
term "e-learning" has only been in existence since 1999, when the
word was first utilized at a CBT systems seminar. Other words also began to
spring up in search of an accurate description such as “online learning” and
“virtual learning”. However, the principles behind e-learning have been well
documented throughout history, and there is even evidence which suggests that
early forms of e-learning existed as far back as the 19th century.
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. E-learning can be applied for all levels of schooling from grade
school to graduate degrees, and is versatile enough to accommodate all learning
styles. Source: http://www.ehow.com/about_4788168_what-purpose-elearning.html
E-Learning also has some advantages
and disadvantages, and here the explanation about them:
The
Advantages of E-learning:
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More flexible:
E-learning can be done in short chunks of time that can fit around your daily
schedule.
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Mobile:
As E-learning can be done on laptops, tablets and phones – it is a very mobile
method.
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No travel:
As just mentioned, eLearning can be done wherever you have a device capable of
doing so.
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Lower cost:
As you aren’t using a trainer’s time or any room or equipment, eLearning tends
to be the much cheaper option.
·
Tailor it to you: E-learning courses aren’t confined to be fixed
to try and suit the needs of the majority.
·
Technological possibilities:
à E-learning is fast becoming a more and more popular method and with it, so
has the investment into how to improve it further.
·
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.
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b. The Disadvantages of E-learning
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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 organisation
themselves.
·
Learning approach:
It doesn't appeal to all learning styles so some learners will not enjoy the
experience – especially strong activists and pragmatists.
·
Isolated:
A lot of questions are a lot easily answered when face to face with someone
when you can guarantee an instant answer.
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Technology issues:
With heavy reliance on computers that E-learning brings, comes the potential
risks that comes with it.
·
Computer competency:
Some employees might not be too comfortable using computers, especially if
their jobs don’t require them to.
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Some examples of learning tools application are:
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Sympoz offers a truly great educational
experience online. Courses cover a wide range of topics including: Wine,
Cooking, Personal Finance, and Parenting.
·
Voxy is an innovative
language-learning platform that seeks to solve the most vexing and pervasive
problem for language students.
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Sweetsearch searches only the 35,000 Web
sites that its staff of research experts and librarians and teachers have
evaluated and approved.
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CapAlly has created a way for
individuals, corporations, and educational institutions to invest in a
student's future through a peer-to-peer micro-finance investment opportunity
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