Bài giảng E-Business and e-Commerce - Chapter 17: e-Learning

Chapter 17, e-LearningOutline17.1 Introduction17.2 e-Learning Technologies and Infrastructure17.3 e-Learning Overview17.4 e-Learning Solution Providers17.5 Training Marketplaces17.6 Information Technology (IT) Training Online17.7 Traditional Education Online17.8 Studying Online17.9 Educational Supplies and Resources Online 17.1 IntroductionE-learningThe use of the Internet and related technologies for the development, distribution and enhancement of learning resources Provides students and professional with skills for career advancement, enabling busy people to learn new technologies Experts believe it to be the fastest growing education industry, expecting it to double in size between 2000 and 2002 17.1 Introduction17.1 Introduction17.2 e-Learning Technologies and InfrastructureVideo-conferencing technologyStreaming audio and videoRedundant storage spaceHigh-bandwidth required to broadcast courses over the Web Computer-based-training (CBT) Interactive educational software presented on floppy disks and CDs Allows students to take a self-paced course in any number of subjects Since no downloading is necessary, bandwidth is not a concern with CBT courses 17.2 e-Learning Technologies and InfrastructureWeb-based-training developers must consider that their courses will be used on varying operating systems and platforms Cross-platformProducts are accessible by many different operating systemsAsynchronous coursesCan be taken any time, are self-paced and will not have the benefit of a live instructor Courses must minimize student confusion by providing a basic interface and clear, concise content Students should have the ability to communicate with each other using chat programs and message boards 17.2 e-Learning Technologies and InfrastructureStorage space is a major concern for e-learning vendors Each course requires a database of information that can be downloaded by the students Audio and video require additional server space Synchronous coursesOccurring in real timeAudio and video with live instructors will require even more resources to ensure that systems function properly when the courses are delivered Learning Management Systems (LMS) A database which can be accessed by employees and students, providing course outlines, explanations, pre-requisite information and courses17.3 e-Learning OverviewLearning marketplaceConnects students and teachers to courses on the InternetBusinesses design e-learning opportunities to supplement their current products and servicesOnline universities offer both accredited and non-accredited courses Online learning also includes classes for people interested in developing new skills or entertaining hobbies17.3 e-Learning OverviewOpponents of e-learningFear of an increase in the digital divideCopyright infringement Online learning reduces social interaction among children Lack the socialization aspects of a traditional education Web-based training is not always designed by skilled educators 17.4 E-Learning Solution ProvidersBuild customized courses for businessesMonitor the success of the training to determine the company’s return on investment (ROI)The ratio of cost savings and increased revenue to money Providers:DigitalThinkCentraSabaSmartForceTHINQ.comClick2Learn17.5 Training MarketplacesTraining marketplaceA forum for companies that need training but do not want to pay the development and implementation costs of designing their own program Allow companies to select the material they need and pay per course 17.5 Training Marketplaces17.5 Training Marketplaces17.6 Information Technology (IT) Training OnlineProvides the advantage of hands-on experience Students can learn new languages and techniques and apply them directly while at the computer Training Providers:Knowledgenet.comWavetech.comAmeritrainCyberStateUCodeWarriorUNet-SceneQuisic17.6 Information Technology (IT) Training OnlineQuisic Corporate Programs. (Courtesy of © Quisic. All RightsReserved.)17.6 Information Technology (IT) Training OnlineQuisic Corporate Programs. (Courtesy of © Quisic. All RightsReserved.)17.6 Information Technology (IT) Training Online17.7 Traditional Education ElementaryHigh schoolCollege and adult studentsAccredited and non-accredited universities over degrees onlineIn the future wireless applications may allow classes to be taken while commuting to and from work17.7 Traditional Education17.8 Studying Online17.8 Studying OnlineTutor.com’s whiteboard. (Courtesy of tutor.com, Inc.)17.9 Educational Supplies and Resources OnlineBooks, videos and other materials offered at a low cost Financial aid applicationsUsed book/ book-buy-back salesOnline services:eCampus.comVarsitybooks.comBigwords.comAddall.comBookfinder.comFreeScholarships.com