Why do students like online learning?
An increasing number of students are demanding the introduction of online learning by educational institutions. They say online learning offers them the freedom to learn anytime, anywhere. Online learning also gives full-time working professionals the opportunity to improve their knowledge and skills without having to take time off from work.
Extreme flexibility
Online learning allows one to attend a course without worrying about time and location constraints. Students simply need access to a computer or laptop with an Internet connection to enroll in courses and complete them at their leisure.
Student-centered teaching
Online learning enables student-centered teaching, encouraging higher interaction and engagement among students. They can choose their study time as well as when they wish to appear for exams. They can review the courses anytime as offered by an institute and ask questions to the administrator to clarify the doubts.
Course material is available 24 hours a day
One has access to course materials, assessments, exam schedules and much more information, 24 hours a day. Students can also download a class brochure or other similar materials to view at their convenience.
Participation is increasing
Class attendance can be greatly increased with the use of cloud-based learning systems. This is because students can easily enroll in a class online instead of having to travel all the way to the institute to fill out a form. Live chats and discussion forums can help develop better communication between students and with teachers.
Easy provision of coursework and assessment reports
Online instructors can easily deliver all coursework, mark sheets, grade reports, etc. by uploading them online. Students can instantly view their test scores and quickly receive the performance report at the end of the test via the Internet. They can also freely download the report to print it anytime.
Cost savings
Students can easily save a significant portion of their hard-earned savings once they decide to study online. Fees for student activities, accommodation costs as well as travel expenses etc. are saved due to the ease of continuing their studies from the comfort of their homes.
Increased connection between students
Online discussions and chats help develop a long-lasting relationship between student fraternities; in addition to talking about study materials, they can also freely talk about their personal lives. Learners also get a chance to think longer about what they want to say and comment on a post.
Facilitates team learning
Virtual classrooms facilitate team learning by allowing large groups of people to come together and discuss a lesson or project. Online learning leaves no room for miscommunication as students can ask their teachers questions at any time within a forum. Learners are free to share their thoughts, ideas and discuss issues in student forums and virtual classrooms.
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