Online Learning: A Detailed Analysis of Pros and Cons

This assignment examines the multifaceted nature of online learning, presenting a balanced analysis of its advantages and disadvantages. The introduction defines online learning, positioning it within the context of e-learning and the virtual classroom environment. The benefits highlighted include enhanced technical skills, fostering self-motivation and self-discipline, and creating a more comfortable learning atmosphere. Conversely, the assignment acknowledges the challenges associated with online learning, such as the need for strong time management skills and the potential for isolation. The conclusion emphasizes the overall positive aspects of online learning, positioning it as an effective approach for supporting students. The assignment is supported by references to relevant academic research.

Basic Statistics and ICT skills

TABLE OF CONTENT
• INTRODUCTION
• What is online learning
• Positives of the online learning
• Negatives of the online learning
• CONCLUSION
• REFERENCE

INTRODUCTION
• The present PPT will highlight the concept of
online learning. The positive and negative aspects
of the online learning will be shown and critical
analysation will be performed.

What is online learning
• Online learning has been determined as the education which
takes place on the internet. It has been often considered as the
e-learning (Mayer, 2019).
• Students studies within being in the fully virtual environment
it is the alternative way for studying at the university instead
of going in the classroom.
• Students take part in the virtual classroom environment and
perform their learning.

Positives of the online learning
The major benefits of online learning are-
• It enhances the technical skills in the students, learners get the opportunity for using the
technological platform and they learn the digital skills which is beneficial for them.
• Online learning makes learners more self-dependent and this results in creating the source of
self-motivation and self-discipline in them.
• Encouraging learning at the own pace along within participating helps in feeling more
comfortable that can lead to reduce the stress (Mukhtar and et.al., 2020).

Negatives of the online learning
The major negative aspects associated with online learning are-
• Online learning requires good time management skill. If the learner does not have this
skill then, it results in impacting the studies.
• It is not possible that every learner possesses this skill therefore, this has been considered
as one of the negative aspect.
• Online learning can lead to create the sense of isolation and due to this all students do task
in their own manner which might does not go in proper direction.

CONCLUSION
• The final conclusion which has been arrived is that, online learning has more positive
aspects in comparison of the negative aspects and therefore, it can be considered as
effective for supporting the students.

REFERENCES
• Mayer, R.E., 2019. Thirty years of research on online learning. Applied Cognitive
Psychology. 33(2). pp.152-159.
• Mukhtar and et.al., 2020. Advantages, Limitations and Recommendations for online
learning during COVID-19 pandemic era. Pakistan journal of medical
sciences. 36(COVID19-S4), p.S27.
• Wei, H.C. and Chou, C., 2020. Online learning performance and satisfaction: do
perceptions and readiness matter?. Distance Education. 41(1). pp.48-69.