Martes, Oktubre 14, 2014

          According to Kevin Kruse in his article the benefits and drawbacks of e- learning, like no other training form, e- learning promises to provide a single experience that accommodates the three distinct learning styles of auditory learners, visual learners, and kinesthetic learners. It also offers individualized instruction, which print media cannot provide, and instructor-led courses allow clumsily and at great cost. In conjunction in assessing needs, e- learning can target specific needs. In addition, with well- delivered synchronous distance education, and technology like message boards, chats, e- mail, and tele- conferencing, potential drawback is reduced. Kruse’s gave the advantages and disadvantages of E- learning to the trainer or organization and to the learner. The advantages of e- learning to the trainer or organization identified in this article are: it reduced overall cost, the learning times also reduced, it helps increase retention, consistent delivery, expert knowledge and proof of completion and certification. While the advantages to the learner are: on- demand availability, self- pacing, interactivity, and confidence. Hence, the disadvantages of e- learning to the trainer or organization are: up- front investment, technology issues, some inappropriate content, and cultural acceptance. On the other hand, the disadvantages of e- learner to the learners are some technology issues, portability of training, and lastly the reduced social and cultural interaction can be a drawback.

            As I had mentioned from the second lesson, this kind of technique is not that favorable to teachers at Samal National High School- Annex. For the reason that, there are only limited computers available in the school as well as the internet connection towers are too far from the school. But as I was observed from my critique teacher as well as the other teachers, they are open to learn more about this kind of help or strategy in teaching. Because students nowadays are much acquainted in technologies.

            The advantages and disadvantages of e- learning are well presented at the first paragraph, for it tackles the summary of this article. So in addition, in my interpretation of about e- learning, the advantages of this are: class work can be scheduled around work and family, it reduces travel time and travel costs for off-campus students, students can study anywhere as long as they have access to a computer and Internet connection, and self-paced learning modules allow students to work at their own pace. While e- learning disadvantages are: learners with low motivation or bad study habits may fall behind, without the routine structures of a traditional class, students may get lost or confused about course activities and deadlines, instructor may not always be available when students are studying or need help, and slow Internet connections or older computers may make accessing course materials frustrating.