While searching for classes online you may come across terms such as eLearning or WBT (Wed Based Training). Don’t let the new language scare you. You most likely already participate in some form of eLearning. If you read or saw it on an electronic device, then you’ve eLearned. The term is a broad one and there are various WBT and tutorial programs out there.
With eLearning students can customize lessons, leading to enhance overall results. People can create an atmosphere and pace that suit their specific needs to improve retention and increase productivity. By choosing when and how you learn the reality is clear. Everyone can pass online courses in any possible field.
None of us is the same, and neither are all of the tutorials available. Not every online course will be your best route. This infographic from Essaymama.com offers 71 free online courses you most likely haven’t heard of before. The list is broken down into 7 categories, each including anywhere from 8-15 detailed courses. Click on course titles to be directly connected to your tutorial website of choice.
First, know what you need and indicate your area of interest. This infographic includes: programming and design, business and marketing, humanities and social sciences, math and physical science, life sciences and health, personal development and lifestyle. The free options listed cover a wide range of topics. There is definitely something for everyone.
With more independence to make mistakes and the capability to design your own schedule, eLearning is delivering extremely effective results. Anxiety in a classroom setting can be overwhelming for some individuals and can hinder their scholastic experience. Learning online has provided a more comfortable solution for these students who feel pressured to perfection or extreme social anxieties.
Even in developing countries eLearning is breaking down barriers. The lack of ample transportation and supply funds are stresses that can now be eliminated with learning via mobile phones. “The World Bank and African Development Bank report there are 650 million mobile users in Africa, surpassing the number in the United States or Europe. In some African countries more people have access to a mobile phone than to clean water, a bank account or electricity” (Jocelyn Sambira, AfricaRenewal).
Learning online is changing the educational landscape of the world. Don’t waste precious time muddling through the endless options. At the top of the infographic you will see icons for well-known educational websites. These icons are clickable links and are worth checking out as well. Be grateful for what the web has to offer. Take advantage of these opportunities to jump-start your education.
Infographic by: essaymama.com