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Distance learning is a mode of delivering education or training programmes remotely. It does not require a simultaneous interaction between the teacher/trainer and the learner.

Learning that is supported by information and communication technologies (ICT). E-learning is, therefore, not limited to ‘digital literacy’ (the acquisition of IT competence) but may encompass multiple formats and hybrid methodologies, in particular, the use of software, Internet, CD-ROM, online learning or any other electronic or interactive media.

e-Learning is an umbrella term that refers to the use of any digital device or media (multi-media) for teaching and learning, especially for delivery or accessing of content. Thus e-Learning can take place without any reference to a network or connectivity. The digital device used by the learner to access materials need not be connected to a digital network, either a local area network or to the Internet (or even to a cell phone network if a Tablet is used as a terminal or access device).

Instructional model based on the use of information and communication technologies (ICT) to acquire knowledge, know-how, information, values, skills and competences through the internet.

Comment

• In most cases, e-learning refers to a course or programme delivered online;
• e-learning uses tools such as educational software, forums, chat or video conferencing;
• this term is close to, but not synonymous with: digital learning.

Refers to an umbrella term for providing computer instruction (courseware) online over the public internet, private distance learning networks on in house via an intranet

The use of any digital device for teaching and learning, especially for delivery or accessing of content. Thus e-Learning can take place without any reference to a network or connectivity. The digital device used by the learner to access materials need not be connected to a digital network, either a local area network or to the Internet (or even to a cell phone network if a Tablet is used as a terminal or access device).