Why e-learning isn't working in Asia

Asia's response towards e-learning has not been welcoming. In 2001, it made up only 1% of worldwide e-learning revenues compared to 64% in the US, says research provider IDC. The Internet has not yet proven itself as a serious learning medium. E-learning has, like other business tools, limitati...

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Published in:China Staff 2003-10, Vol.9 (10), p.35
Main Author: Raatikainen, Pasi
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Distance learning
Educational technology
Higher education
Online instruction
Student retention
Trends
User training
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Summary:Asia's response towards e-learning has not been welcoming. In 2001, it made up only 1% of worldwide e-learning revenues compared to 64% in the US, says research provider IDC. The Internet has not yet proven itself as a serious learning medium. E-learning has, like other business tools, limitations. The What's the difference? report highlights evidence of a higher percentage in drop-out rate of students participating in a distance learning course compared to students participating in a conventional classroom. Another reason for skepticism - not many good quality online teaching tools are available. The management of organizational change also play a key role. While in some organizations, e-learning might be a great solution on paper, in reality, it might create more problems than solutions because members are unwilling or unable to adapt to the changes that the technology will inevitably bring.
ISSN:0219-9238