WHY TECHNOLOGY ENABLED LEARNING (TeL)

We have to keep on learning so that we can grow personally, professionally, socially and economically. For thousands of years, the paradigm of learning was the classroom-training model. In a time when formal learning was scarce, resources were concentrated around and centered on the availability of the educator, rather than the learner. Today Technology Enabled Learning(TeL) is the self- paced learning methods combine advanced technology and multimedia in a format that engages students so they learn
faster, participate more actively and consequently, retain information longer.

FEATURES OF TECHNOLOGY ENABLED LEARNING(TeL)

"Good teaching is good teaching, no matter how it's done." The old adage still rings true, and Technology Enabled Learning(TeL) brings with it new dimensions in education.

Some of the unique features of Technology Enabled Learning(TeL) are listed below.

• Learning is self-paced and gives students a chance to speed up or slow down as necessary
• Learning is self-directed, allowing students to choose content and tools appropriate to their differing interests, needs, and skill levels
• Accommodates multiple learning styles using a variety of delivery methods geared to different learners; more effective for certain learners
• Designed around the learner
• Geographical barriers are eliminated, opening up broader education options
• 24/7 accessibility makes scheduling easy and allows a greater number of people to attend classes
• On-demand access means learning can happen precisely when needed
• Travel time and associated costs (parking, fuel, vehicle maintenance) are reduced or eliminated
• Overall student costs are frequently less (tuition, residence, food, child care)
• Potentially lower costs for companies needing training, and for the providers
• Fosters greater student interaction and collaboration
• Fosters greater student/instructor contact
• Enhances computer and Internet skills
• Draws upon thousands of years of established pedagogical principles
• Has the attention of every major university in the world, most with their own online degrees, certificates, and individual courses