This article is written by Diksha Chandok,  a student of Amity Law School, Noida.

This is an issue of debate wherein people find it difficult to figure out the differences between traditional classroom learning and E-learning. E-learning has transformed the education system of the world very significantly. Pace to learn has increased due to E-learning. The accelerating pace of knowledge growth and change, as well as increasing pressures of the marketplace requires researchers to look for innovative approaches to complement training. Learning should not stop at the end of class. On the other hand, Rosenberg (2006) claims that classroom will continue to serve as a critical function in any learning strategy. It provides a place where students, teachers can interact, experiment, collaborate and create. It is worth noting that the goal of this study is to provide hints and clues to policy makers as to how they can administer online learning. In the next paragraph, the writer has illustrated about what exactly is E-learning and what are its components.

Both online and offline programs have loads of things in common, but at the same time they are poles apart. A person may prefer E-learning because of the flexible schedule. Plus, it provides us 24*7 facility and accessibility.

What is the concept of E-learning?

This concept basically focuses on electronic learning, training etc. through internet. In this kind of training, people basically learn, collect information through internet. It is a form of training over intranet and internet. It is a tool used in both academics and corporations.

Active participation is a learning process which enhances your knowledge and skills. It basically teaches you the skills and tactics for smart work. This contributes to the ability of the learner. This is a tool which supports creative thinking and fill the gaps between thinking and ideas which basically helps us to implement in the present environment. It supports the learner’s new idea, risk taking factor and also pack of other things. This can help them to solve their problem.

How E-learning works?

It is a new form of educating students and done through intranet and internet. This form of learning educates different age groups.

This is done to measure the performance of the student and to see the interaction and efficiency of the class. E-learning also gives all sorts of online program. Some companies train their employees through these online programs. A student has to choose between the two options.

What is the concept of classroom learning?

This is a kind of learning which students get from the active participants and live trainer. The physical environment is present in the case of traditional classroom learning. Generally, one teacher is present so as to educate and guide the students.

Comparison between E-learning and classroom learning

• The best part about E-learning is that you can learn anytime and anywhere you want, but classroom learning has a specific duration and time.
• You can yourself figure out the pace at which you want to learn. There is no need to wait for anyone in the class nor you need to match anybody’s pace.
• One lecture hall can gather many students, but it is very difficult to interact with all of them. Plus,the information communicated to them is not always properly conveyed.
• E-learning can be more of an interactive session, rather than classroom training or classroom learning. Interaction is very important part of learning.
• Sometimes in classroom learning you’re scared to ask a question because you think how will other people react to your question, but in E-learning your face is hidden so there is no need to be scared about your image.
• Course material is updated quickly and communication is also made at much faster speed regardless of the time.
• It is cost effective and less expensive as there is no need to manage external environment.
• E-learning not only provides information through online courses, modules, etc., but also include an attractive way of learning like videos, exercises, various activities etc.

Blended Learning

It is a form of method where learning is possible with the amalgamation of both online and offline learning. This method can be very useful as the instructor can use the best features of both the methods, that can use them in their favor. It can be an effective form of learning wherein you can study both offline and online.

Conclusion

There is no short method or shortcut for training. The effective package is to use a mixture of both the kinds as mentioned above, but an organization can choose the method according to its requirement, budget and needs. A balanced approach should be adopted. E-learning effect students, teachers, employees, etc. In other words, it is on a global level wherein every person can acquire knowledge and in turn be trained in any field they wish to pursue.