INTRODUCTION TO AN ONLINE TERTIARY SECTOR

Definition 

• E-learning comprises all forms of electronically supported learning and teaching. The information and communication system, whether network learning or not, serve as specific media to implement the learning process.  E-learning is essentially the computer and network-enabled transfer of skills and knowledge. 

          http://www.proceedings.informingscience.org/IS2002Proceedings/papers/McKay065eLear.pdf

SCOPE OF E-LEARNING

• Virtual Learning

                                       

A virtual learning environment (VLE) is an education system based on the web that models conventional real-world education by integrating a set of equivalent virtual concepts for tests, homework, classes, classrooms, and the like, and perhaps even museums and other external academic resources.

Virtual learning environments are the basic component of contemporary distance learning, but can also be integrated with a physical learning environment. This is sometimes referred to as Blended Learning.

• DISTRIBUTED LEARNING

Distributed learning is an instructional model that involves using various information technologies to help students learn. Also known as computer-mediated instruction, it encompasses technologies such as video or audio conferencing, satellite broadcasting, and Web-based multimedia formats.

Example of distributed learning

• NETWORK LEARNING

Network learning is a process of developing and maintaining connections with people and information, and communicating in such a way so as to support one another's learning.

EXAMPLE OF NETWORK LEARNING

E-LEARNING IN MALAYSIA