Title :
Future trends in E-Learning
Author :
Kumaran, Kalpana S. ; Nair, Veni M.
Author_Institution :
ITM Bus. Sch., Mumbai, India
Abstract :
E-learning is defined as pedagogy empowered by digital technology which involves learning done at a computer, usually connected to a network, giving us the opportunity to learn almost anytime, anywhere. Today, E-learning allows to share and manage knowledge and skills of the professionals and to get the right information to the right people whenever they need it. This paper explains the types of E-Learning and the benefits of E-Learning. It also throws light on the trends in E-Learning. It analyzes how technology has changed value propositions in businesses and academics.
Keywords :
Internet; computer aided instruction; distance learning; knowledge management; peer-to-peer computing; digital technology; e-learning; knowledge management; knowledge sharing; Calendars; Collaboration; Lead; Read only memory; Real time systems; Training; Claroline and SAKAI; E-learning; Elgg; ILIAS; Learning Management System (LMS); Moodles; Nuuvo and Digication; Pod casting; Rich Site Summary (RSS); Screen casting; Technology supported education/learning (TSL); Virtual Learning Environment(VLE); Vocational Educational Training (VET); e-learning 2.0; eduplone;
Conference_Titel :
Distance Learning and Education (ICDLE), 2010 4th International Conference on
Conference_Location :
San Juan, PR
Print_ISBN :
978-1-4244-8751-6
Electronic_ISBN :
978-1-4244-8752-3
DOI :
10.1109/ICDLE.2010.5606011