E – Learning The Indian Way: Design and Implications, Challenges and Remedies

Year : 2025 | Volume : 12 | Issue : 01 | Page : 1 7
    By

    R. Hariprakash,

  1. Additional Registrar, Bharath Institute of Higher Education and Research (Deemed to be University), Selaiyur, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

Abstract

The Indian higher education system and the entire realm of academics were radically altered with the global pandemic and its ensuing changes witnessed in the year 2020. Everything has transformed from physical to online. The idea of the classroom as a dominant learning space was altered. A new definition for the word ‘space’ emerged. The closing down of various educational institutions like schools, colleges, and universities transformed the e-learning system into a reality. E-learning has firmly established itself in India, offering vast opportunities for students. It plays a crucial role not only in educating students but also in supporting the professional development of employees. This mode of learning is conducted electronically, primarily via the internet, and typically involves the use of personal or institutional devices such as computers, tablets, and smartphones. E-learning encompasses various activities, including training, real-time information delivery, and expert guidance. Whether instruction occurs inside, or outside traditional classrooms, digital devices and Internet connectivity are integral to the process. E-learning can be described as a network-driven method of transferring skills and knowledge, enabling education to reach a broad audience simultaneously or at different times.

Keywords: Online education, platform, resources, tools, e-learning, methods, learning process

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Volume 12
Issue 01
Received 22/11/2024
Accepted 24/11/2024
Published 08/01/2025
Publication Time 47 Days
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