E-Learning: A Substitute for Classroom Learning?
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Suraj Karmakar said:
5 years ago
Hi,
As we all know everything has pros and cons.
Benefits of E-learning:
1) Through animations children will get to learn concepts in a better way.
2) Children can number of times go through the lecture and revise again.
3) E-learning gives flexibility. If any time we miss the class for any reason we can go there and can listen to whatever taught in the class.
Disadvantages of E-learning.
1) Not everywhere there is high-speed internet connectivity which makes a difficult situation to attend the class.
2) Continuously using laptop or mobile for the class will definitely put a strain in our eyes.
3) Every parent does not know how to use this kind of platform.
4) In class you can interact with other of your classmates and by physical presence make lecture lively otherwise it will become sometimes too boring to listen.
5) While attending class there is a high possibility of getting distracted by other social sites.
E-learning is much useful for us. It is easy to learn in our home or any places. By using this we can learn any languages and also can write the exams, it is very apt for modern life because it reduces the transport and time schedule problem to job people. Even though it has many advantages, it will not become classroom learning. Why because we think classroom learning as practical.
As we all know everything has pros and cons.
Benefits of E-learning:
1) Through animations children will get to learn concepts in a better way.
2) Children can number of times go through the lecture and revise again.
3) E-learning gives flexibility. If any time we miss the class for any reason we can go there and can listen to whatever taught in the class.
Disadvantages of E-learning.
1) Not everywhere there is high-speed internet connectivity which makes a difficult situation to attend the class.
2) Continuously using laptop or mobile for the class will definitely put a strain in our eyes.
3) Every parent does not know how to use this kind of platform.
4) In class you can interact with other of your classmates and by physical presence make lecture lively otherwise it will become sometimes too boring to listen.
5) While attending class there is a high possibility of getting distracted by other social sites.
E-learning is much useful for us. It is easy to learn in our home or any places. By using this we can learn any languages and also can write the exams, it is very apt for modern life because it reduces the transport and time schedule problem to job people. Even though it has many advantages, it will not become classroom learning. Why because we think classroom learning as practical.
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Jagadeesh said:
9 years ago
In my view, everything has both advantages and disadvantages. Choosing e-learning or classroom learning depends on the individuals because those who are sharp, talented and enthusiastic they will learn a lot through e-learning but normal students cannot have that much ability to understand the content and stuff. They need someone to explain it but through e-learning, there is no face to face interaction. Poor students also unable to access this e-learning.
But an overall development like discipline, morality, human values, respecting elders, other genders, friendliness, brotherhood, and many others skills like communication skills, intrapersonal, interpersonal skills, activeness, punctuality, how to make decisions, hope to manage the team and also we get many experiences through class learning. We can get practical experiences. Teachers give many suggestions which are very useful. We can develop good character by taking inspiration from good persons around us. It also gives us sweet memories which we cannot forget throughout our life.
We can get good friends here. We can learn how to face problems in life bravely and many things.
Finally, I conclude that e-learning with the combination of the classroom is better for students so that it can help in all round development of students.
But an overall development like discipline, morality, human values, respecting elders, other genders, friendliness, brotherhood, and many others skills like communication skills, intrapersonal, interpersonal skills, activeness, punctuality, how to make decisions, hope to manage the team and also we get many experiences through class learning. We can get practical experiences. Teachers give many suggestions which are very useful. We can develop good character by taking inspiration from good persons around us. It also gives us sweet memories which we cannot forget throughout our life.
We can get good friends here. We can learn how to face problems in life bravely and many things.
Finally, I conclude that e-learning with the combination of the classroom is better for students so that it can help in all round development of students.
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Sachin dhariwal said:
6 years ago
All dear friends.
As we know that today India is a modern and developing country. Same examples and resources are responsible for this. E-learning is one of them. E-learning is a resource where we teach or read through internet and computer and mobile phone. There are the same merits and demerits also.
You can learn on the go. Even if you are employed and want to learn your knowledge and skills, e-learning is the best option.
We can repeat the lesson many times if ee didn't understand the concepts.
We can easily update new information.
We can do the course in the university of foreign countries without going there.
There are the same facts.
E-learning also effets on our eyes. So its nod good for our eyes.
Through classroom learning, we can clearify our doubts immediately.
Through classroom, we can increase our presantation skills.
We can know how to behave with colleagves and superious.
Teachers in classroom can know wether students understand the topic or not, and explain the topic clearly using genral examples.
Conclusion:
E-learning is an ever growing industry and is bound to change the education system in a few years however, it is important to draw the line where required to keep it from distracting.
As we know that today India is a modern and developing country. Same examples and resources are responsible for this. E-learning is one of them. E-learning is a resource where we teach or read through internet and computer and mobile phone. There are the same merits and demerits also.
You can learn on the go. Even if you are employed and want to learn your knowledge and skills, e-learning is the best option.
We can repeat the lesson many times if ee didn't understand the concepts.
We can easily update new information.
We can do the course in the university of foreign countries without going there.
There are the same facts.
E-learning also effets on our eyes. So its nod good for our eyes.
Through classroom learning, we can clearify our doubts immediately.
Through classroom, we can increase our presantation skills.
We can know how to behave with colleagves and superious.
Teachers in classroom can know wether students understand the topic or not, and explain the topic clearly using genral examples.
Conclusion:
E-learning is an ever growing industry and is bound to change the education system in a few years however, it is important to draw the line where required to keep it from distracting.
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Pawan Kumar said:
9 years ago
In my point of view, E-learning is good for only some cases like if you are not getting good teacher nearby or you have a job then E-learning can be a good option for you and also if you want some extra knowledge beyond your academics.
Otherwise the conventional method in the best way of learning because in this we get some extra things like if a person is questioning something then we learn how to think advanced and also conventional method also gives some behavioral knowledge that is very necessary for kids and if we got bored in class then teacher can understand our feeling and either he gives us another method to that problem or make some joke so that class environment become good and also in E-learning method there are some health issues also like eyes get affected and we can't get instant solution to our problem and as it is human nature we require some external force to do our work so in class room study teacher also force us to do study at home and that is very necessary atleast upto age of 16 buddies as they are not enough mature. As conclusion E-learning is limited upto certain cases but conventional method of study can't substituted by E-learning.
Otherwise the conventional method in the best way of learning because in this we get some extra things like if a person is questioning something then we learn how to think advanced and also conventional method also gives some behavioral knowledge that is very necessary for kids and if we got bored in class then teacher can understand our feeling and either he gives us another method to that problem or make some joke so that class environment become good and also in E-learning method there are some health issues also like eyes get affected and we can't get instant solution to our problem and as it is human nature we require some external force to do our work so in class room study teacher also force us to do study at home and that is very necessary atleast upto age of 16 buddies as they are not enough mature. As conclusion E-learning is limited upto certain cases but conventional method of study can't substituted by E-learning.
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Nandini Vishist said:
1 decade ago
I am not against classroom learning as it is traditional method of teaching, where a students are taught by teacher sitting in a room called class. As the technology has developed now so much that we can study online also but we also need a teacher a guide who can help in our difficulties, who make students learn about good and bad things, who teaches students how to think how to learn.
E-learning can be used as a guide. Students can take help from that, read from that and can ask doubts from the teachers. Internet has made our life very easy. Now one can easily socialize with their teachers through social media sites such as Facebook, g mail etc.
Many people disagree with this concept of E-learning as they think it has many disadvantages. Yes there may be. But it all depend on the student who want to study. There are many students who score low marks under classroom studying. It's all in the mind of the student who want to study or not. In the end I would like to say that classroom learning and e-learning go hand in hand. They both compliment each other. And schools should focus on both equally and make students gain knowledge from everywhere.
E-learning can be used as a guide. Students can take help from that, read from that and can ask doubts from the teachers. Internet has made our life very easy. Now one can easily socialize with their teachers through social media sites such as Facebook, g mail etc.
Many people disagree with this concept of E-learning as they think it has many disadvantages. Yes there may be. But it all depend on the student who want to study. There are many students who score low marks under classroom studying. It's all in the mind of the student who want to study or not. In the end I would like to say that classroom learning and e-learning go hand in hand. They both compliment each other. And schools should focus on both equally and make students gain knowledge from everywhere.
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Alex Travis said:
7 months ago
As a developer, I see e-learning as a fantastic opportunity rather than just a substitute for classroom learning. While traditional classroom settings offer invaluable face-to-face interaction, e-learning provides unmatched flexibility and accessibility.
Students can learn at their own pace, revisit materials as needed, and access courses from anywhere in the world something that a physical classroom simply can’t offer.
From a development perspective, e-learning platforms open the door to creative possibilities. You can integrate interactive features like videos, quizzes, and discussion boards, or even incorporate AI-driven personalization to tailor the learning experience to individual users. It's exciting to think about how technology can enhance education, making it more inclusive and adaptive to modern needs.
If you're curious about how e-learning platforms work or considering building one yourself, I highly recommend this article:
In my opinion, e-learning doesn’t replace classroom learning it complements it. By leveraging the strengths of both, we can create hybrid models that are even more effective for learners worldwide.
Students can learn at their own pace, revisit materials as needed, and access courses from anywhere in the world something that a physical classroom simply can’t offer.
From a development perspective, e-learning platforms open the door to creative possibilities. You can integrate interactive features like videos, quizzes, and discussion boards, or even incorporate AI-driven personalization to tailor the learning experience to individual users. It's exciting to think about how technology can enhance education, making it more inclusive and adaptive to modern needs.
If you're curious about how e-learning platforms work or considering building one yourself, I highly recommend this article:
In my opinion, e-learning doesn’t replace classroom learning it complements it. By leveraging the strengths of both, we can create hybrid models that are even more effective for learners worldwide.
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Chandrika said:
8 years ago
Yes, In my view beauty and brain both are important for a person.
It just like hardware and software of a system. Without h/w and s/w a system is nothing. So for us both are reflects our personality.
First I want to discuss beauty. Here beauty means I am not talking about looks or color complexion. Here beauty means your attitude, your behavior also reflects your beauty. And the second thing is a brain. God gives brain to every person. Some people utilize it perfectly. Brain helps us to gain knowledge. If you have the knowledge you are already beautiful.
I want to give you some example- Mr. A. P. J. Abdul Kalam said once "I am not handsome but I will give my hand to someone in need.
You know about the beauty contest let's take an example like Miss world competition. In this competition, the winner is who have beauty with brain.
I saw a post on facebook few days ago people are trolling Miss Kenya 2017 who is the contestant of miss world contest because of colour complexion. I think it's not a good way to judge someone. If you have the power to attract someone with your knowledge. It means you are beautiful. You believe in yourself.
It just like hardware and software of a system. Without h/w and s/w a system is nothing. So for us both are reflects our personality.
First I want to discuss beauty. Here beauty means I am not talking about looks or color complexion. Here beauty means your attitude, your behavior also reflects your beauty. And the second thing is a brain. God gives brain to every person. Some people utilize it perfectly. Brain helps us to gain knowledge. If you have the knowledge you are already beautiful.
I want to give you some example- Mr. A. P. J. Abdul Kalam said once "I am not handsome but I will give my hand to someone in need.
You know about the beauty contest let's take an example like Miss world competition. In this competition, the winner is who have beauty with brain.
I saw a post on facebook few days ago people are trolling Miss Kenya 2017 who is the contestant of miss world contest because of colour complexion. I think it's not a good way to judge someone. If you have the power to attract someone with your knowledge. It means you are beautiful. You believe in yourself.
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Pragya Jain said:
5 years ago
Basically E-learning; in a layman language is acquiring knowledge or skills via the digital medium. Every subject has its pros and cons. If we take a look towards the positive side of the subject, E-Learning is a developmental opportunity. It helps a student to continue his learning even today in such a pandemic condition. It provides him with an opportunity to acquire education via online mode from international universities sitting at his place; It helps him to attend seminars, conferences, events taking place worldwide. From a narrow perspective, it helps a person to attend the lectures via home which reduces his travelling time, Even if he misses the lecture he can view it afterwards, Online e-education is feasible and affordable.
Now if we have a look towards cons-.
Classroom learning helps to increase your soft skills and improves your personality by having a conversation with your mentors and colleagues. It helps uh in clearing your doubts immediately. Also, a face to face interaction increases your level of understanding.
Now if we have a look towards cons-.
Classroom learning helps to increase your soft skills and improves your personality by having a conversation with your mentors and colleagues. It helps uh in clearing your doubts immediately. Also, a face to face interaction increases your level of understanding.
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Akhil said:
8 years ago
First of all, my opinion is that a combination of these two modes of teaching will tremendously help to improve the knowledge and learning capacity of the students.
Because some teachers always try to convey the whole subject as well as the basics.
And some other just teach them to how to pass the examination and bag more marks.
The second one is the majority.
In the class room learning, if a student has a doubt in some portions of lecture, he can immediately ask the teacher to solve it.
And if the teacher is good enough the doubt will be cleared as well as a little bit of communication skills will get improved.
If the same happens in case of e- learning, the student have to observe the hole things many times to solve it. Sometimes it remains unsolved. So for the subjects taken by a good teacher, it must be learned from a class and the ones which are boring can be learned through the e learning process.
So that a student can improve the knowledge, communication skills, and can make the process of studying stress free.
Because some teachers always try to convey the whole subject as well as the basics.
And some other just teach them to how to pass the examination and bag more marks.
The second one is the majority.
In the class room learning, if a student has a doubt in some portions of lecture, he can immediately ask the teacher to solve it.
And if the teacher is good enough the doubt will be cleared as well as a little bit of communication skills will get improved.
If the same happens in case of e- learning, the student have to observe the hole things many times to solve it. Sometimes it remains unsolved. So for the subjects taken by a good teacher, it must be learned from a class and the ones which are boring can be learned through the e learning process.
So that a student can improve the knowledge, communication skills, and can make the process of studying stress free.
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Ash said:
3 years ago
Hello friends,
E-learning is basically time-saving, the convenient option of education. But, I don't think so it is 100% good for students' healthy and knowlegdable future because there are many advantages as well as disadvantages of e-learning. Like lack of discipline, and lack of eagerness. Everything is far away from just one click so very few students genuinely try to find answers of assignments or homework. E-learning is beneficial for only IT students but for others fieldwork is neccesary. E-learning gives us knowledge but for implementation, we all need a physical classroom.
E-learning is good but at somepoint physical education is also most important. Because without physical education no one can become Milkha Singh, Neeraj Chopra. The most important point there is multiple major issues of networking while e-class, e-exam. Students get stressed due to those network issues sometime student is not able to recollect answers despite doing the study. . E-learning is one of the options not a substitution.
E-learning is basically time-saving, the convenient option of education. But, I don't think so it is 100% good for students' healthy and knowlegdable future because there are many advantages as well as disadvantages of e-learning. Like lack of discipline, and lack of eagerness. Everything is far away from just one click so very few students genuinely try to find answers of assignments or homework. E-learning is beneficial for only IT students but for others fieldwork is neccesary. E-learning gives us knowledge but for implementation, we all need a physical classroom.
E-learning is good but at somepoint physical education is also most important. Because without physical education no one can become Milkha Singh, Neeraj Chopra. The most important point there is multiple major issues of networking while e-class, e-exam. Students get stressed due to those network issues sometime student is not able to recollect answers despite doing the study. . E-learning is one of the options not a substitution.
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