The document discusses the characteristics of e-learning and blended e-learning. E-learning is created to address a learning need, involves subject matter experts, has defined learning objectives, and includes assessments connected to electronic media. Blended e-learning combines synchronous and asynchronous learning in a mix of offline and online instruction that allows for self-paced and collaborative learning. It can improve teaching and learning efficiency while increasing motivation, understanding, and social skills. Blended e-learning also benefits businesses by improving employee productivity and reducing costs and time to competence.

8. Characteristics of E-Learning
•Every e-learning course is created because there is a
learning need.
• E-learning is created with the help of subject matter
expert.
•An e-learning course designed with one or more
learning objectives in mind.
•E-learning is always followed up by an assessment.
•E-learning is connected to electronic media.

9. Blended

12. Blended e-learning
•Blended e-learning is mix of synchronous & Asynchronous learning. It
is an integrated approach to teaching and learning that includes multiple
mode of instruction and learner’s practice.
Blended learning can also be blend of:
• Offline and online course
• Structured and unstructured learning
• Self-paced and collaborative learning

13. Impact on teaching-learning process
 Improve efficiency both in learning & teaching
 Increases motivation
 Deeper understanding
 Promotes collaborative learning
 Provide new ways interacting
 Increases social skills
 Create interest in learning
 Helpful for self-evaluation

14. Impact on business
 Improve employee productivity
 Reduced costs
 Reduced time to competence
 Better return on investment
 Increased brand loyalty