Internet and mobile devices increased the scope of many businesses and professional individuals including the education sector. A new stream named ‘EdTech’ is seen emerging rapidly. EdTech means Education Technology. Education is provided using various online technologies and devices.

E-learning platforms include online school, coaching, tuition, courses, etc. Students can learn and from home and businesses can earn from home. It saves much of the running cost and maintenance cost of the businesses and students also have the opportunity to study in a homely environment, getting personal attention. Additionally, online-only institutions and distance learning services are focusing and spending a huge amount on student-teacher satisfaction and interaction.

With the global spread of COVID-19 pandemic, followed by lockdown and social distancing, E-learning is adopted by almost all the full-time physical institutions so that their students do not get their year wasted. The video-conferencing and online meeting platforms began to improve their services with the rising demand of e-learning platforms. Many new platforms specially designed for e-learning started appearing and are well-established currently.

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Several companies and individuals started their own e-learning services and platforms. The future of e-learning is very bright because of the expanded scope, evolving technologies and services to provide best learning experiences. Businesses are also using it to provide training to their employees and enhance their communication process. Competition is leading to more advanced research, smooth communication and high technological plug-ins.

The Future of E-learning

1. Multimedia

Multimedia proves to be an interesting, easy and fast learning service. For example, micro videos, full-length class videos, interactive content etc. Multimedia content takes around as short as 2 minutes or as long as 40 minutes per content/topic. It enables the learners to avoid buying heavy courses. There are many content providers for micro learning content itself in the market. Their services are utilized by prominent brands as well as professional educational and training platforms and individuals.Most students prefer mobile apps as a replacement for the physical schools and colleges which they were attending earlier. People find it easier to connect through their phones.

2. Diverse E-learning methods

There are numerous methods of providing E-learning services, which include mobile learning, VR (Virtual Reality) based, multimedia and text-based learning and video conferencing. E-learning content innovations are increasing day by day with the changing trends in demand. A major focus of E-learners is on multimedia-based and interactive learning, rather than text or audio-based learning.With E-learning mechanisms, learners are also enjoying the features to pause, replay etc. which enable them to understand the concepts better than the physical classroom teaching which is time constrained and not personalized. People are also able to manage their work, life and learning accordingly.

These are the major reasons for people to prefer E-learning. Social learning refers to learning which involves real-time interaction and social media with your colleagues, individuals related to your field, industry experts, trainers, etc. It makes the learners know about real experiences of people around the world and not just limited to one building.

3.Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning

The increasing AI and ML technology enables the E-learning service providers with real time insights, analytics and statistics, making it less costly and effective to create personalized content, advertise, improve customer support and gather market information.

4.Data Storage and Security

With the increase in E-learning demand and supply, there is a major requirement of cloud storage (storing data on the net) and online data security. There is a lot of private information included on E-learning platforms in the form of passwords, bank details, location, camera screen sharing and data sharing etc. Internet security is on the peak rise.

To avoid misconduct and entry of unknowns in the E-classroom, there should be user identification methods designed to trace the activities of attendees and participants. Currently, this identification is a bit unorganized which enables students to play pranks, attendees to invite outsiders, cheating during exams, etc.

5.Cost

E-learning usually costs less than the physical learning, because it eliminates running and maintenance costs of the institutions. Some courses need practical education and training require hands-on experience, which can be integrated with E-learning and made easier.

E-learning platforms can launch their exclusive online payment methods in the form of E-wallets, E-learning loan, EMI etc.

6. Collaboration

An Educational App Development Company or profession can be a major collaborative venture. Collaboration with other companies or individuals builds trust, credibility and scope of expansion. Your community will also prove to be helping hand when in need. Collaborations can be done amongst E-learning platforms, EdTech start-ups, educational institutions and universities, Corporate businesses, education consultants, group of educators or individual educators, Advertisers, Digital marketers, Content creators, Research companies, Media, Cyber security, Cloud computing services, Software and website developers, etc. Collaborations or a community is always what makes a strong hold and image in the industry for any business, especially the internet and educational world. Because the scope of education is infinite. Every field requires education, training and experience.

Conclusion

E-learning is a highly growing market with an infinite scope of earning and learning potential. 2020 experienced a major hike in E-learning. Companies and individuals have shown high interest in E-learning trends and 2021 is surely expected to add more to it. Researches, statistics and Trends all over the world prove the rise of E-learning.