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... ” The answer to this and in our opinion the application that seems to hold the most promise is e-learning. Of course e-learning will not be the only application that will benefit from advances and developments in streaming media as was noted by one of our classmates during the class discussion. ...
As mentioned above one of the most promising applications for streaming media is e-learning. According to Learning Circuits, “e-learning covers a wide set of applications and processes such as Web-based learning, computer-based learning, virtual classrooms, and digital collaboration. ... " There are many categories of e-learning including on-demand e-learning, live on-line e-learning, on-line coaching, multi-site learning, e-learning communities, media based learning models, simulation based learning, and blended models. A popular technology to convey information to target audiences in e-learning mode is the use of streaming media. The use of streaming digital video to support web-based learning resources is rapidly becoming an attractive option for many educators. ... ”
E-learning allows both the teacher and the student to expand their boundaries. The students can learn wherever and whenever they want, learning at their own pace. ... With the e-learning solution being one of the most viable options available today for people that want to further their education, new potential markets for learning are opened up that were previously impossible and at lower overall costs to all.
Integrating streaming media within an e-learning program has many benefits both to the end user and the provider (in this case the educational institution). An inherent benefit of e-learning is the ability to cross boundaries and language barriers easily. ... Streaming media can provide the path that will bridge theory and practice in a distance learning program.
Approximate Word count = 1398
Approximate Pages = 5.6
(250 words per page double spaced)
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