e-learning has transformed the way we learn, a world that is now more flexible and accessible. In this short article we will look at what does e-learning mean, how to set up an e-learning course and which are the best platforms for delivering and selling online courses. Let’s get started!
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What does e-learning mean?
What is e-learning? e-learning, or electronic learning, is a mode of education and/or training that uses the latest technological benefits to deliver educational contents. e-learning, in practice, leverages cloud-based online platforms to deliver courses, webinars and other training materials. e-learning allows learners to access lessons from anywhere and at any time, making training smart.
What are e-learning courses? What benefits do they offer?
e-learning courses are nothing more than training software, specially designed and delivered online, which have the following advantages:
- flexibility, which translates into students being able to attend classes whenever and wherever they want;
- access to a wide range of educational resources, such as quizzes, videos and other subjects;
- possibility of customising the learning path according to one’s own needs;
- opportunity to interact with lecturers and other students through calls, chats, forums and video conferences.
e-learning covers a multitude of topics, ranging from vocational training to academic courses. Delivery modes also vary, including pre-recorded lectures (asynchronous mode), live webinars (synchronous mode) and interactive materials.
How is an e-learning course run?
Successfully delivering and selling an effective and profitable e-learning course requires careful planning and integration with other learning resources to keep students’ attention and interest. Here are some tips on how to structure the course:
- define learning objectives, i.e. what students are expected to know or be able to do at the end of the course;
- organises the content into modules, each with specific objectives;
- organises the content into modules, each with specific objectives;
- integrate interactive activities to maintain a high level of engagement. It is important to integrate different resources (such as quizzes, serious games and other games);
- facilitates interaction with group chats and Q&A sessions.
Adopting the above strategies within an e-learning course will help you create an engaging and effective learning experience.
Gamification and virtual reality: 2 new ways of learning
Gamification and virtual reality undoubtedly represent the new frontier of learning, a frontier characterised by a high level of involvement and interactivity.
Gamification
The term gamification refers to the use of typical gaming elements (such as points, badges and rankings) in non-gaming contexts to increase and motivate student participation.
Virtual reality (VR)
Virtual reality in education provides learners with immersive experiences, effectively representing a new way of learning. For example, VR can be used to simulate science labs and hands-on training.
How to integrate gamification and virtual reality within LMSs
With e-Logos, our LMS platform, you have the possibility to natively insert more than 5 types of quizzes.
To monitor learning objects within your LMS, on the other hand, there is the ULOI (Universal Learning Object Integrator). The ULOI facilitates interoperability between different platforms, making it possible to monitor and manage student progress, even with advanced, interactive devices.
What are the best e-learning platforms?
There are many e-learning platforms to create and manage high-quality courses. Here are, in our opinion, the 3 best ones:
- Moodle: is the best known open-source platform. Ideal and versatile for training organisations and companies;
- Docebo: very popular. Very useful in a corporate environment. Offers reporting functionality and integration with third-party software;
- e-Logos: the best platform for easily uploading and tracking courses. Ideal for companies, schools and universities looking for an ‘all-in-one’ solution for managing their courses.
If you would like to learn more about the comparison between open source and proprietary LMS platforms, we recommend reading the article: Moodle or proprietary LMS? Which one to choose? 3 pros and 3 cons.
Do you need an e-learning platform for your online courses? Choose e-Logos, choose quality
Now that you know what e-learning means, if you are looking for a reliable solution to sell your online courses, e-Logos is the best choice. With advanced features and a user-friendly interface, e-Logos allows you to sell, monitor and manage your online courses easily, intuitively and effectively.
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