E-Learning

Hi.

I have make some thoughts to Task No. 2

There are MANY Definitions of e-learning in the Internet. Google finds 924.000 hit when u are searching “elearning definition”. So I read some… some more…. a lot. But I think the two definitions I’ll choose are the one Derek Stockley.

He said:

The delivery of a learning, training or education program by electronic means. E-learning involves the use of a computer or electronic device (e.g. a mobile phone) in some way to provide training, educational or learning material. (Derek Stockley 2003)

I think this definition is very general, but it hits the main point I think: Education with electronic help.

So this definition is very short, but it is neutral.

The second definition I have chosen, is from a german university. So if you cannot understand any german you can use babelfish. I proved the translation and I think it is ok, and you can get the point of this definition.

You can read it here.

It is more special like the first definition and so also a little longer. This is think is the positive thing of this definition….. BUT I think it is not really neutral. In the beginning the text trys to be neutral, but on the other hand there are only the good things of e-learning present. So the reader must thing, that e-learning has NO disadvantages. Also in the end of the text there is no disadvantage presented.

So thats why I like the first definition more.  It is a neutral and serious  definition without presenting advantages or disadvantages.

So, have a nice day.

Björn