From Conventional to E-Learning

A Study of the Importance of E-Learning Methodology & the Requirements to Transform to it, with References to Arab & the Global E-Learning Experiences

Abstract

The speedy evolution and development in information, computers and internet have influenced many fields in human’s everyday life especially the learning and teaching field that it has become impossible to deny or even overlook. Accordingly, the present study aims at shedding lights on the importance of electronic learning (henceforth e-learning ) through presenting its characteristics and benefits against the conventional learning to both teachers and students, and presenting its models and tools on which it is built and constructed as well as the steps followed to make this transformation possible, accessible and successful. Besides, the study also sheds lights on some of the modern global pioneering experiences beside few Arab world experiences in this field. Finally, the study concludes that e-learning methodology is an advanced style of education for the teaching and learning processes and is a must for all the globe.