E-Learning

Nowadays in global era, we are familiar with technology. We couldn't separate technology and our life, means that we often use it in our activity as technology has developed. Then it becomes the principal part today therefore people who want to keep up with global period must acquaint how to operate many kinds of technology. Now learning and teaching using technology is common thing. It’s called E-learning (or e-Learning), the use of electronic educational technology in learning and teaching. It is increasingly recognized as one way to overcome the problem of education, both in the developed countries and in developing countries for example in Indonesia. There are three things a positive impact of the Internet according to Onno W.Purbo (1998); learners can easily take courses anywhere in the world without borders or boundaries of institutions, learners can easily sit on the experts in the field of interest and lectures / study can easily be taken in various parts of the world without relying on the university / school where the students learn. In addition, the current library also presents a more dynamic Internet and can be used in the entire universe. E-Learning will be used or depends on; (1). Is the technology was already a requirement?, (2). Is adequate supporting facilities?, (3). Is supported by adequate funding?, and (4). Is there support from policy makers?

E-learning itself, cannot completely replace conventional learning activities in class. However, e-Learning can be a partner or complementary with conventional learning in the classroom. e-Learning is an independent "basic thrust" of electronic learning activities, but this type of learning activities still require adequate interaction in an effort to maintain its quality.

E-learning offers the ability to share material in all kinds of formats such as videos, slideshows, word documents and PDFs. Conducting webinars (live online classes) and communicating with professors via chat and message forums is also an option available to users. It makes teaching learning process more interesting and easier for teacher to give the feedback on students’ assignment. We could say that the most important developments in education have happened since the launch of the internet. There are many kinds of e-learning tools and application such Grade Guru, Befter , EduSlide, Beenbag etc.

There’s a way to make e-learning effective such as teacher must know the subject material well, the design of the online course should take every learning style into consideration, students and teachers should be able to establish an open line of communication, when designing the site and e-learning platform the ease of navigation and functionality should be top priority, course documents should be available to every student enrolled, then set and communicate clear goals.

History of e-learning

People acquainted with the computer and internet in the late 20th century and it’s kept up with e-learning tools and delivery methods expanded. By the early 90s several schools had been set up that delivered courses online only, making the most of the internet and bringing education to people who wouldn't previously have been able to attend a college due to geographical or time constraints. By the early 90s several schools had been set up that delivered courses online only, making the most of the internet and bringing education to people who wouldn't previously have been able to attend a college due to geographical or time constraints. Then in the 2000Œs, businesses began using e-learning to train their employees. Meanwhile E-learning in Indonesia began in mid-nineties with the advent of internet preceded by information technology introduction to Indonesia in late 70s and early 80s. However, those e-learning initiators hit hard by the economic and political crises which hit Indonesia in 1997s until early 21st century.

The advantages of using online learning:

·         No Boundaries, No Restrictions (Learning anywhere and anytime)

·         More fun

·         Cost effective/low cost

·         More flexible

·         Mobile

·         No travel

·         Tailor it to you

·         Technological possibilities

·         Global

The disadvantages:

·         Lack of control

·         Learning approach

·         Isolated

·         Health Related Concerns

·         Technological issue

·         Computer Competency

Few online tools that can help you to create an e-learning course such

§  LMS is a learning management system is a software-based platform that provides infrastructure, framework and tools to facilitate online learning or training.  LMSs are built on various platforms, commonly PHP, .Net or Java and they will hook up to a database such as PostgreSQL, MySQL or SQL Server. There’s a good thing if you have LMS, it will also have a reporting system so you can access information that would be tricky to gather yourself. It makes your life easier and helps your business or course run smoothly.

§  Website creation platform

§  Course design tools such e-learning design on Google

§  Multimedia production tools

§  Multimedia production tools for instance instant streaming video, crystal clear recording capabilities and instant chat support services.

Source:

1.  http://www.talentlms.com/elearning/

2.  http://www.ehow.com/about_4788168_what-purpose-elearning.html

3.  http://www.go2web20.net/#tag:e-learning

4.  http://www.optimussourcing.com/learninghintsandtips/the-advantages-and-disadvantages-of-elearning

5.  https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/20140715064821-11282346-indonesia-higher-education-e-learning-management-strategy