Ict e – learning concept
- 1. E – Learning Concept E – learning is a means of education that incorporates self – motivation, communication, efficiency, and technology. (Comerchero 2006: 19) E – learning is efficient as it eliminates distances and subsequent commutes. E – learning content is designed with media that can be accessed from properly equipped computer terminals, and other means of internet accessible technology.
- 2. Nichols (2008) outlines ten e-learning concepts in teaching and learning process as follows: 1. E- learning is one of education medium through classroom or distance learning which grounded on behaviorism and constructivism. 2. E – learning is a unique education form. 3. Learning tools must reflect pedagogical purpose. 4. E – learning will be success through education or pedagogical innovation
- 3. 5. E – learning can be applied by two ways: presenting material and facilitating learning process. 6. Learning media will work if the education model is chosen and integrated carefully. 7. The use of technique or method must be considered whether the learning process will be delivered on-line or off-line. 8. Good effective learning process considers wisely how users (students) involved. 9. E – learning implementation puts education nature at the first place (enables student to achieve instructional goals.) 10. Pedagogical benefits are the base of e-learning implementation.
- 4. E- Learning Purpose Bates (2009) mentions some purposes of E- learning application: 1. To increase students’ learning opportunity and flexibility. 2. To enhance general quality. 3. To develop skills and competencies. 4. To meet various learning styles or needs. 5. To improve learning cost effectiveness.