Electronic-learning: Friend or Foe

Abstract

The Internet has enormously expanded the domain of technology for diverse ages. The Internet poses enormous technological expansion potential. It can change not just how people accept and adopt knowledge, but also the traditional methodology and architecture of education systems. During the COVID-19 pandemic, e-learning is expanding and being recognized by higher education institutes for the benefit of society. Although e-learning has some shortcomings, it also has numerous benefits. Web-based education has made lifetime learning easier and erased geographical barriers by providing international-standard education. This improves the opportunity to learn and stay current with technology in a competitive environment.

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distance education and online learning distributed learning environment evaluation methodology lifelong learning twenty-first-century abilities

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