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The
Internet that addresses the learning needs of its
members through proactive and collaborative
partnerships. Through social networking and
computer-mediated communication. |
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E-learning is
naturally suited to distance learning and
flexible learning, but can also be used in
conjunction with face-to-face teaching, in which
case the term Blended learning is commonly used.
In higher
education especially, the increasing tendency is
to create a Virtual Learning Environment which
is sometimes combined with a Management
Information System to create a Managed Learning
Environment in which all aspects of a course are
handled through a consistent user interface
standard throughout the institution. A growing
number of physical universities, as well as
newer online-only colleges, have begun to offer
a select set of academic degree and certificate
programs via the Internet at a wide range of
levels and in a wide range of disciplines. While
some programs require students to attend some
campus classes or orientations, many are
delivered completely online. In addition,
several universities offer online student
support services, such as online advising and
registration, e-counselling, online textbook
purchase, student governments and student
newspapers.
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E-Learning can
also refer to educational web sites such as
those offering learning scenarios, worksheets
and interactive exercises for children. The term
is also used extensively in the business sector
where it generally refers to cost-effective
online training. |
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Types of online learning
communities include e-learning communities groups intact
and connect solely via technology and blended learning
communities groups utilize face-to-face meetings as well
as online meetings. Based on Riel and Pollin,
intentional online learning communities may be
categorized as knowledge-based, practice-based, and
task-based. Online learning communities may focus on
personal aspects, process, or technology.
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