eLearning
Web-based instruction
eLearning is education delivered through digital platforms—online courses, video tutorials, interactive modules.
The term emerged as internet access spread in the late 1990s, distinguishing computer-based instruction from traditional classroom learning.
She completed her certification entirely through eLearning.
Also written e-learning or elearning.
Educational course hosting software
- coursewareEducational software package
- MoodleOpen-source teaching platform
- CourseraOnline learning platform
- UdemyOnline course marketplace
Khan Academy · MOOC · online course · module · dashboard · content management · SCORM · course catalog
Not happening together
- synchronousOccurring at same moment
- self-pacedControlled by the learner
- webinarInternet-hosted interactive presentation
- video lectureRecorded educational presentation
live session · streaming · on-demand · recorded · podcast · screencast · webcast · downloadable
Educational program's content plan
- assessmentFormal evaluation of worth
- pedagogyArt of instruction
- scaffoldingTemporary exterior work platform
- microlearningBrief, focused instructional chunks
competency-based · flipped classroom · rubric · formative assessment · certification · credentialing · tutoring · mentorship
Adding play mechanics elsewhere
- simulationImitation of real processes
- quizBrief informal test
- drag-and-dropMoving items via cursor
- clickableAble to be pressed
discussion forum · peer review · engagement · polling · annotation · virtual lab · interactive video · leaderboard
Computer-created interactive environment
- VRSimulated immersive environment
- simulationImitation of real processes
- avatarDigital user representation
- metaverseShared immersive digital universe
augmented reality · AR · virtual classroom · telepresence · digital twin · role-play · virtual lab
LMS
Educational course hosting software
- coursewareEducational software package
- MoodleOpen-source teaching platform
- CourseraOnline learning platform
Udemy · Khan Academy · MOOC · online course · module · dashboard · content management · SCORM · course catalog · enrollment
asynchronous
Not happening together
- synchronousOccurring at same moment
- self-pacedControlled by the learner
- webinarInternet-hosted interactive presentation
video lecture · live session · streaming · on-demand · recorded · podcast · screencast · webcast · downloadable · offline access
curriculum
Educational program's content plan
- assessmentFormal evaluation of worth
- pedagogyArt of instruction
- scaffoldingTemporary exterior work platform
microlearning · competency-based · flipped classroom · rubric · formative assessment · certification · credentialing · tutoring · mentorship · feedback
gamification
Adding play mechanics elsewhere
- simulationImitation of real processes
- quizBrief informal test
- drag-and-dropMoving items via cursor
clickable · discussion forum · peer review · engagement · polling · annotation · virtual lab · interactive video · leaderboard · badge
virtual reality
Computer-created interactive environment
- VRSimulated immersive environment
- simulationImitation of real processes
- avatarDigital user representation
metaverse · augmented reality · AR · virtual classroom · telepresence · digital twin · role-play · virtual lab
- digital learningonline courses, online classes, MOOCs, video lectures, virtual classrooms
eLearningclassroom learning
Instruction in a school setting
traditional education · traditional schooling · apprenticeship · correspondence courses · tutoring
eLearningapprenticeship
Learning trade through employment
one-on-one coaching · workshop training · group discussion · Socratic dialogue · oral tradition
eLearninghands-on learning
Education via direct participation
field training · practical training · outdoor education · tactile learning · book learning