Opening the door to e-learning Pt 1

Many of us get involved with e-learning informally by interacting with the internet. This e-learning interaction takes place primarily in two forms; with content and with individuals.

An example of e-learning through content is though news or information websites. One of the most commonly used forms of e-learning though content is a web search. Usually the person has a topic they are interested in and conducts a search utilizing a number so search engines that are Avalible. Depending on what they are looking for will determine the process used. And the information returned. Take the subject of origami. One can search for examples of how to fold origami. They can also reach the history. Or they could search where to buy books and supplies dealing with origami. They could also search for other people that are into origami. As they conduct these searches, they are learning more and more about the aspects surrounding origami.

The main difference in e-learning from individuals is that the interaction takes place via the computer instead of face-to-face. Often these relationships start out with a shared mutual interest in a subject but over time may branch out into other areas. In some instances these relationships become both computer-based and face-to-face. Some of the vehicles used to interact with computers are e-mail, chat-rooms and game-rooms. Voice-over-internet and live streaming are becoming more prevalent as technology advances.

This type of e-learning is informal and fun, thus the growing popularity. The internet is opening the door so people can explore and learn many things that a few years ago were unreachable for them.