Online Learning is a remote method of education which in simple language means that the curriculum is taught over the internet by the teacher. It is a widely used learning method to provide education globally. However, it is often confused with e-learning, it is a similar term but not the same, e-learning means learning electronically or through the internet even when the teacher is in the same building or even in the same class e.g. Smart class, etc. but when talking about online learning the main purpose of it is to cater to students who can’t be present physically in the classroom. These classes are also equally important in terms of professional learning through professional classes.
Some advantages of
online learning is as follows:
1.
Learn and Work
The first and foremost advantage of Online Learning is Learn and Work simultaneously. Being physically present in the classroom is a hassle in itself and wastes a lot of traveling distractions and whatnot. However, online learning helps you focus on your studies and allows you to work as well. It is beneficial both ways for you.
2.
Comfort
Online learning allows you to study in the comfort of your home. It is very depressing to live in an unknown city with a bunch of unknown people. Also, it would eliminate all the migration and living expenses which would be in addition to the tuition fee
3.
Self- paced Learning
When you study alone without interacting with
your peers and acquaintances you get the time to explore more about each and
every topic, you become more focused on yourself. The quality of your learning
improves, you understand better and implement it more. However, if the same
thing would happen in a classroom the peer pressure and the competition would
not let you thrive that well, accept it or not it’s a fact. You set your own
targets, you set your own goals and achieve at your own speed, whereas a
classroom environment decreases the quality of education.
4.
Good for resume
Online courses look great on your resume as you get the time to do a lot of other things simultaneously: internships, projects, jobs. It is very obvious it would benefit your career if you use your time wisely and efficiently.
5.
Save Money
Use the money that you have saved from not
living here and there in your business, learning other courses, or learning
something you had always wanted to. Online learning through online professional courses also opens a wide array of opportunities for you to choose
from, make sure you make it fruitful.
Mariam Hemaya is an Egyptian professional online parenting educator and trainer at ecadema
