Evolution and Implementation of E-Learning in Modern Education: A Comprehensive Study and Strategic Recommendations for Higher Education Institutions
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.63738/al-ard.v1i2.12Keywords:
E-learning, Educational Technology Development, Online Learning, Blended Learning, Educational InnovationAbstract
E-learning, or electronic learning, has undergone a remarkable evolutionary journey since its inception, fundamentally transforming the global educational landscape. This research presents a comprehensive overview of e-learning's historical trajectory, from the era of simple teaching machines to the current complex and integrated online learning platforms. The significant acceleration in e-learning adoption globally, particularly spurred by the COVID-19 pandemic, is also a key analytical focus. E-learning implementation across various educational levels, including primary, secondary schools, and higher education institutions, exhibits fundamental similarities such as enhanced accessibility, temporal and spatial flexibility, and increased interactivity through digital technology utilization. However, this study also identifies essential differences in the depth and complexity of content delivered, the expected level of learner autonomy, and the sophistication of technological infrastructure implemented at each level. To optimize e-learning adoption in higher education settings, exemplified by the specific case of Universitas Wiralodra, this article offers a set of strategic recommendations. These include substantial investment in comprehensive technological infrastructure upgrades, structured and continuous training programs for both faculty and students, the development of innovative, interactive, and adaptive learning content, and the implementation of periodic, holistic, and data-driven evaluation systems. It is concluded that while e-learning offers substantial benefits such as spatial and temporal flexibility, broader access to learning resources, and stimulated learning autonomy, significant challenges also persist, including limited face-to-face interaction and technological access disparities. Therefore, a blended learning approach, which intelligently combines the strengths of traditional face-to-face instruction with the flexibility and innovation of online learning, is proposed as the most effective strategy to maximize e-learning's transformative potential while mitigating its inherent drawbacks.
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