A Discussion on E-Learning Offered in Malaysia Universities: Pros and Cons from Students Perspective

E-learning is a process of learning through a computerized medium. In this advanced

modern world, a lot can be done with a single click of the mouse or a few presses of the button, and studying or learning is not an exception. However, although it might seem magical, there are several things that could tarnish this amazing learning experience, and we are here to discuss the pros and cons of e-learning.

Pros

E-learning is very important as it could be used by anyone from anywhere around the world as long as computer systems exists. It could increase access to learning possibilities and of course increase the flexibility of the students. E-learning has also enables us to learn and study without actual face-to-face interactions. Besides that, it allows people to avoid traveling to and fro from respective universities and could be accessed on-the-go as long as wireless internet is available. This method could also enable the students to create a network of fellow students to share and exchange notes or other learning mediums.

Cons

There are also several glitches in this method. For example, the lack of face-to-face communication between teachers and students could lead to lack of understanding between them. The teacher would not be able to feel the students motivation, demands and interests. Apart from that, it could also cause the lack of the teachers gesture and presence and certain student could not be efficient in their work due to this. E-learning could also cause the deficiency of face-to-face communication with other people as the student would virtually be glued to their computers and could not come into contact with other people.

Opinion

E-learning proves to be a major leap in development for mankind as it allows users to communicate and make progress in their studies very easily. We also believe that e-learning has a lot of potential to bring a lot of benefits in the near future as its merely at its infant stage now. Despite all the disadvantages, e-learning could be used especially at rural areas where good and qualified lecturers are not available.

Relevant Links :

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/E-learning

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