WEB- BASED LEARNING ANDONLINE LEARNING

WEB-BASED LEARNING

        Web-based learning   refers to the   type of  learning  that  uses  the  Internet as  an      instructional delivery tool to carry out various learning activities. Web - based learning one way to learn , using web - based technologies or tools in a learning process. In other words, learner uses mainly computers to interact with the teacher, other students technology that supports traditional and learning material. Web-based learning consists of classroom training and online learning environments.

       Web - based learning can be also formal or informal. Formal web-based learning is purposed and learning activities are organized by teachers. Informal web-based learning takes place while your are searching material from the Internet. It is self- paced, depending on your goals and ambition to learn. E-learning, Web-based learning, online learning, and distance learning are widely used as interchangeable term. Assessments are carried out mainly by tutors or computers. In web-based learning also self and peer assessment have become popular ways of evaluating students progress.

      Web-based learning assumes different learning tools compared to classroom learning. Modern technology (computers, CD, audio, video, PDA, mobile) is used to create suitable learning environments, disseminate information and carry out various learning activities. Motivated and independent learners will handle web- based learning better. Knowledge and skills related the use of computers and their devices are also prerequisites for successful web based learning.

      Discussion forums via email , videoconferencing , and live lectures ( video streaming ) are all possible through the web . Web based courses may also provide static pages such as printed course materials . One of the values of using the web to access course materials is that web pages may contain hyperlinks to other parts of the web , thus enabling access to a vast amount of web based information.

Advantages

• Access is available anytime , anywhere , around the globe .

• Per - student equipment costs are affordable

• Student tracking is made easy .

• Possible ''learning object ''  architecture supports on demand , personalized learning .

• Content is easily updated

• Students can learn at their own pace

• Students become more independent learners

• Learning becomes more student centered

Disadvantages

• No human contact

• Requires high bandwidth network connections

• visually handicapped pupil's can't gain by this

• Program need to be compatible with the computer or a device

    ONLINE LEARNING

                

           Online learning is an education in which instruction and content are delivered primarily over the internet. The term does not include printed-based correspondence education, broadcast television or radio, videos, and stand-alone educational software programs that do not have a significant internet-based instructional component.

Approaches to online learning

Two approaches to online learning have emerged. Synchronous and asynchronous learning. Synchronous learning is instruction and collaboration in ''real time'' via the internet. It typically involves tools , such as :

• Live chat

• Audio and video conferencing.

• Data and application sharing

• Shared whiteboard

• Virtual ''hand raising''

• Joint viewing of multimedia presentations and online slide shows

Asynchronous learning methods use the time delayed capabilities of the internet. It typically involves tools such as :

• E - mail 

• Threaded discussions

• Newsgroups and bulletin boards

•  File attachments

Asynchronous courses are still instructor - facilitated but are not conducted in real time . Which means that students and teacher can engage in course - related activities at their convenience rather than during specifically coordinated class sessions in asynchronous courses , learning does not need to be scheduled in the same way as synchronous learning , allowing students and instructors the benefits of anytime , anywhere . There are several distinct advantages and disadvantages of designing , developing , and delivering web based training . By carefully weighing your audience and training content against this list of advantages and disadvantages , you should be able to better judge if what you have in mind is right for web dissemination

Advantages

• Extendibility , accessibility , and suitability- user can proceed through a training program at their own pace and their own place .
  

• Collaborative and exploratory learning environments .

• Easy and affordable training delivery.

• In expensive worldwide distribution - No separate or distinct distribution

• mechanism is needed.

• Ease of content update

• Travel cost and time

Disadvantages

• Bandwidth / browser limitations may restrict instructional methodologies

• Time required for downloading application

• Student assessment and feedback limited

• Web - based training has high - fixed costs

• Computers replacing human contact