Benefits Of Online Learning and Online Learning Pedagogy

Increased access: Instructors of the highest calibre can share their knowledge across borders, allowing students to attend courses across physical, political, and economic boundaries. Recognised experts have the opportunity of making information available internationally, to anyone interested at minimum costs.

Convenience and flexibility to learners: in many contexts, Online Learning is self-paced and the learning sessions are available 24x7. Learners are not bound to a specific day/time to physically attend classes. They can also pause learning sessions at their convenience. High technology is not necessary for all online courses. Basic internet access, audio, and video capabilities are common requirements. Depending on the technology used, students can begin their courses while at work and finish them at an alternate internet equipped location.

To develop the skills and competencies needed in the 21st century, in particular to ensure that learners have the digital literacy skills required in their discipline, profession or career: A major argument for Online Learning is that it enables learners to develop essential skills for knowledge-based workers by embedding the use of information and communications technologies within the curriculum.

Improved performance: Studies in the USA have shown that higher education students in online learning generally performed better than those in face-to-face courses.

Additional Advantages

Bookmark progress (computer remembering where the student left off so they can resume the courses from there)

Remain in one location (e.g., home, office, airport, coffee shop, etc.) with no need to travel (also reduces the cost of transportation to physical classrooms and benefits environment)

Participate in class activities when convenient (not tied to class meeting times)