The Covid-19 pandemic resulted in severe disruption in the education sector worldwide and has unleashed a revolution in the education sector - Online Learning.
As the pandemic resulted in a pause to classrooms for over 1.2 billion children globally it gave birth to the rise of e-learning and online classes on digital platforms. Within the span of a few months the Covid -19 has changed the education system and acted as a catalyst for educational institutions worldwide to find innovative solutions to keep the learning steady.
Online learning has shown that the education sector will never be the same again and henceforth will be a blend of both online and face to face interaction. With digital education emerging as a winner during this pandemic around the globe, the majority of universities and institutions in India have moved to online teaching.
Education into Ed-tech
Ed-tech startups have witnessed a spike of up to 25% in their user base. Most of the schools, colleges, tutors and institutions have turned towards technology to deliver learning sessions as per the academic schedules to avoid interruptions because of the pandemic. Online learning had started in India years ago, but the increase of its usage has been witnessed in the current crisis period.
Online Learning- The future of education
The current crisis has shown how the concept of traditional education is no longer the only option. This could be the start of a new era- Revolution of online education. The access to quality education is no longer restricted to being physically present in a classroom as long as you have access to a computer and internet.
As per a recent survey by Babson Survey Research Group, above 30 percent of higher education students have opted for at least one distance course.
Some of the major factors which can be a reason of online learning as a future of education sector are :
Flexibility
Online educational platforms allow a better balance by being flexible in setting the schedule as per one’s agenda. Students can choose to work and learn as per their flexible time.
More exposure to programs
With the vast space of the internet, one can opt for different skills and subjects to learn. A major number of universities and institutions offer online versions of programs in different disciplines and levels.
Accessibility
Online education cuts down the necessity to follow a rigid schedule and commuting issues. You can be sitting at a place of your comfort and complete your education. Accessibility to diverse learning materials and interaction with other forums for discussions is also a benefit of online education.
Customized Learning Experience
Online classes tend to be smaller than the regular class sizes resulting in helping the students to understand and learn better. The teacher- student interaction is more as compared to regular classes.
Cost-effective
Online education tends to be more cost effective than regular education methods. With the availability of various EMI options and the saving of lodging and commuting, it turns out to be a very significant way to cut your cost.
The pedagogical evolution and turning towards technology have now turned all focus on the Indian Education Sector. It's predicted that India can be the second largest market for e-learning after the US. By the year 2021, online education is expected to reach by $1.96 billion with approx 9.5 million users.
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