Online Learning in Higher Education: Part I

From my experience to date, it appears that web-based learning is best used a tool to supplement class-room learning.  There are exceptions where 100% web-based learning seems to be effective and that is with compliance-related training materials.  For example, workers may have to attend an Internet security training session held by their company that talks about not sharing password, asking suspicious people for ID and email etiquette.  Many students can learn this material by taking a short, online module and then testing to confirm understanding.

One example where web-based learning can supplement the classroom are using blogs.  Blogs are journals.  They are journals that allow for text, links, pictures and videos.  They are easy to write and easy to read.  Teachers can view them at any time.  These benefits make blog journaling so much more convenient and powerful for both the student and the teacher.