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E-Learning comprises of learning as well as teaching methods which are electronically supported. When incorporating eLearning methods in the learning process, some of the following may be utilized: delivery via computer and/or internet, use of dedicated CD-ROMs as well as software programs, audio and video techniques. "eLearning is the effective teaching and learning process created by combining e-digital content with local community and tutor support along with global community engagement." (Business Bible, Elearning p. 473) Facts:
- 40% of Internet users are on the age scale of 18-29. A critical age range, where they are stabilizing their knowledge field. They are also familiar with computer and Internet use.
- More and more universities use e-Learning as an additional learning method, and are actually gathering international students as well.
- Many country members of the European Union, are now using emerging technologies in most situations on governmental, but they do not utilize "e" learning on universities even thought there are several EU funds that are not even approached.
- After 1999 – 2000, during which time there was a boom, still many EU countries private sector and IT&T companies are not interested on developing and applying e-Learning model in projects for public sector or other academic / learning institutes anymore, and of those attempts that succeeded, the results are on a low quality level.
Interesting link: http://www.elearningeuropa.info
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