{"id":3903,"date":"2022-10-31T12:08:29","date_gmt":"2022-10-31T12:08:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/blog\/?p=3903"},"modified":"2022-11-09T11:41:33","modified_gmt":"2022-11-09T11:41:33","slug":"learning-in-a-post-pandemic-world","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/blog\/learning-in-a-post-pandemic-world","title":{"rendered":"Learning in a Post-pandemic World: How eLearning is Establishing Itself as a Major Industry"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Whether picking up some phrases in a new language via a YouTube video or ending up deep down a Wikipedia hole, we&rsquo;ve all used the internet to learn something.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Online learning, or eLearning, presents many opportunities to reinvent the learning process. It can engage students on many levels and tailor the learning experience to individual needs. Passing on information and teaching new skills can be done in new and exciting ways, and there&rsquo;s plenty of space for innovation.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The pandemic prompted schools and universities to offer their services online (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thinkimpact.com\/elearning-statistics\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">98% of universities<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> have moved online since 2020), while many of us were pushed to consider changing careers. The eLearning industry has since seen giant leaps forward and is constantly innovating.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">This article will discuss all aspects of this exciting new industry and consider its future.<\/span><\/p><p><b><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_75 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/blog\/learning-in-a-post-pandemic-world\/#What_Is_eLearning\">What Is eLearning?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/blog\/learning-in-a-post-pandemic-world\/#What_Are_the_Advantages_of_eLearning\">What Are the Advantages of eLearning?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/blog\/learning-in-a-post-pandemic-world\/#What_Are_the_Disadvantages_of_eLearning\">What Are the Disadvantages of eLearning?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/blog\/learning-in-a-post-pandemic-world\/#How_Is_Online_Learning_Changing_Education\">How Is Online Learning Changing Education?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/blog\/learning-in-a-post-pandemic-world\/#What_Are_the_Most_Popular_Online_Learning_Courses\">What Are the Most Popular Online Learning Courses?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/blog\/learning-in-a-post-pandemic-world\/#How_Much_Do_Online_Learning_Courses_Cost\">How Much Do Online Learning Courses Cost?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/blog\/learning-in-a-post-pandemic-world\/#What_Does_the_Future_Hold_for_eLearning\">What Does the Future Hold for eLearning?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/blog\/learning-in-a-post-pandemic-world\/#Elearning_Is_Forcing_Through_Progress_in_Education\">Elearning Is Forcing Through Progress in Education<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<\/b><\/p><h2 id=\"h-what-is-elearning\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_eLearning\"><\/span><b>What Is eLearning?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">eLearning is essentially digital learning. It represents all techniques and methods used to pass on information electronically. These can vary from simulations, quizzes, and games to more conventional forms such as online lectures and workshops.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">eLearning, for the most part, involves structure. Think of it like a regular course, but online. Typically, a Learning Management System (LMS) is used to deliver the course material in an efficient manner. <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-3993 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2022\/10\/eLearning-Market-Growth-Expectation-1024x481.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"640\" height=\"301\" srcset=\"https:\/\/imagedelivery.net\/LqiWLm-3MGbYHtFuUbcBtA\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2022\/10\/eLearning-Market-Growth-Expectation.png\/w=1024,fit=scale-down 1024w, https:\/\/imagedelivery.net\/LqiWLm-3MGbYHtFuUbcBtA\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2022\/10\/eLearning-Market-Growth-Expectation.png\/w=300,fit=scale-down 300w, https:\/\/imagedelivery.net\/LqiWLm-3MGbYHtFuUbcBtA\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2022\/10\/eLearning-Market-Growth-Expectation.png\/w=768,fit=scale-down 768w, https:\/\/imagedelivery.net\/LqiWLm-3MGbYHtFuUbcBtA\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2022\/10\/eLearning-Market-Growth-Expectation.png\/w=1070,fit=scale-down 1070w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Interest in eLearning is growing significantly, especially since the pandemic began. Statistics about online learning suggest the market is <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchandmarkets.com\/reports\/5327504\/global-e-learning-market-outlook-and-forecast\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">expected to grow by 110% by 2026<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">. Our lifestyles have changed, with many of us eschewing the commute to work from home. We have clawed back time, and many of us are interested in using the extra hours to develop and educate ourselves.<\/span><\/p><h2 id=\"h-what-are-the-advantages-of-elearning\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Are_the_Advantages_of_eLearning\"><\/span><b>What Are the Advantages of eLearning?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The advantages of eLearning are clear, both for the provider and the student. For the former, it opens up the chance to attract a more extensive base of learners. Class numbers are no longer restricted to lecture theater size, and lectures themselves can be pre-recorded and used repeatedly. To put it simply, it is very cost-effective.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">For students, eLearning offers the freedom to study however and whenever they like. Learning material can be repeated, notes can be shared, and teachers can be reached quickly. Multimedia implementation makes learning fun and engaging, not to mention more efficient.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Consequently, eLearning speeds up the learning process. Many aspects of teaching, such as grading, can be automated, and answers can be obtained from learning resources without waiting for a teacher to be available.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">It also opens up the possibility of learning wherever you are and, for the most part, whenever you are available. eLearning does much to level the learning playing field, giving people from all backgrounds the chance to acquire knowledge in a way that suits them.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">eLearning is adaptable. Because of technological development, online courses can keep up and provide skills matching job requirements &ndash; courses can change or be adjusted to meet the job market&rsquo;s needs. This is particularly true for tech-related courses focusing on the latest <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/tutorials\/best-programming-languages-to-learn\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">in-demand programming languages<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">. As demand shifts, so do courses.<\/span><\/p><h2 id=\"h-what-are-the-disadvantages-of-elearning\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Are_the_Disadvantages_of_eLearning\"><\/span><b>What Are the Disadvantages of eLearning?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">There are plenty of critics of the eLearning style of teaching. Some say studying online with others takes away the social element of learning, a crucial aspect of education. While interaction is limited, many eLearning companies promote discussion between coursemates to foster camaraderie and knowledge sharing.<\/span><\/p><p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-3994 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2022\/10\/Retention-Rates-for-eLearning-1024x373.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"640\" height=\"233\" srcset=\"https:\/\/imagedelivery.net\/LqiWLm-3MGbYHtFuUbcBtA\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2022\/10\/Retention-Rates-for-eLearning.png\/w=1024,fit=scale-down 1024w, https:\/\/imagedelivery.net\/LqiWLm-3MGbYHtFuUbcBtA\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2022\/10\/Retention-Rates-for-eLearning.png\/w=300,fit=scale-down 300w, https:\/\/imagedelivery.net\/LqiWLm-3MGbYHtFuUbcBtA\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2022\/10\/Retention-Rates-for-eLearning.png\/w=768,fit=scale-down 768w, https:\/\/imagedelivery.net\/LqiWLm-3MGbYHtFuUbcBtA\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2022\/10\/Retention-Rates-for-eLearning.png\/w=1070,fit=scale-down 1070w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Another point to consider is student self-motivation &ndash; <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/startupbonsai.com\/elearning-statistics\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">retention rates for eLearning courses vary from 35% &ndash; 60%<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">. eLearning requires a bigger personal drive and better time management skills. That&rsquo;s because students are effectively on their own and must push themselves to interact with the course in a meaningful and effective way. This is why eLearning companies go to great lengths to encourage students, and many offer mentors whose aim is to keep up motivation and enthusiasm.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Lastly, eLearning, by nature, focuses on theory, which isn&rsquo;t that useful for some subjects. Conducting an experiment or carrying out a repair can be taught much more effectively in real life. That said, by providing an immersive online learning environment, this hurdle can be overcome.<\/span><\/p><h2 id=\"h-how-is-online-learning-changing-education\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Is_Online_Learning_Changing_Education\"><\/span><b>How Is Online Learning Changing Education?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The pandemic forced learning online overnight. It was this need to bring learning resources online that has pushed through many innovative developments in education.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">By trial and error, new ways of passing on knowledge electronically have been developed. Higher Ed&rsquo;s 2021 annual report, which provides plenty of online education statistics, notes that half of the professors surveyed said eLearning is an &ldquo;<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tonybates.ca\/2021\/12\/10\/a-review-of-online-learning-in-2021\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">effective teaching method<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">.&rdquo;<\/span><\/p><h2 id=\"h-what-are-the-most-popular-online-learning-courses\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Are_the_Most_Popular_Online_Learning_Courses\"><\/span><b>What Are the Most Popular Online Learning Courses?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Many courses follow eLearning trends, which are often related to job market demands. While more traditional academic curricula exist, eLearning courses often focus on preparing people for work. There are a few types of online courses that stand out due to how popular they are. <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-3997 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2022\/10\/Demand-for-Marketing-Roles-Statstic-1024x837.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"640\" height=\"523\" srcset=\"https:\/\/imagedelivery.net\/LqiWLm-3MGbYHtFuUbcBtA\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2022\/10\/Demand-for-Marketing-Roles-Statstic.png\/w=1024,fit=scale-down 1024w, https:\/\/imagedelivery.net\/LqiWLm-3MGbYHtFuUbcBtA\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2022\/10\/Demand-for-Marketing-Roles-Statstic.png\/w=300,fit=scale-down 300w, https:\/\/imagedelivery.net\/LqiWLm-3MGbYHtFuUbcBtA\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2022\/10\/Demand-for-Marketing-Roles-Statstic.png\/w=768,fit=scale-down 768w, https:\/\/imagedelivery.net\/LqiWLm-3MGbYHtFuUbcBtA\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2022\/10\/Demand-for-Marketing-Roles-Statstic.png\/w=1070,fit=scale-down 1070w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Especially highly rated are eLearning courses that teach <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/tutorials\/best-programming-languages-to-learn\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">skills required by tech companies<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">. Coding and analyzing data can be taught easily online and, more importantly, can be learned by anyone regardless of their language.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Similarly, online marketing courses are also popular. Demand for marketing roles is very high, with Marketing Week <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.marketingweek.com\/steep-rise-demand-marketers-digital\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">reporting<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> that such positions are increasing at the highest rate.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Finally, the demand for online courses focusing on personal development has risen sharply since the beginning of the pandemic. This broad term encompasses everything from language learning to cookery classes. Future Learn <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/cdn-wordpress-info.futurelearn.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/The-Future-of-Learning-Report-2021.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">reports<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> that 40% of Americans are interested in studying the topic in the next five years.<\/span><\/p><h2 id=\"h-how-much-do-online-learning-courses-cost\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Much_Do_Online_Learning_Courses_Cost\"><\/span><b>How Much Do Online Learning Courses Cost?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Online course prices vary vastly. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/startupbonsai.com\/elearning-statistics\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">An analysis<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> of online eLearning courses found that, on average, a course costs $177. The length of the course, resources needed, and perceived value all play a part in the overall pricing.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The fact that <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/tutorials\/how-to-create-an-elearning-site\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">eLearning courses can be expensive to create<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> also contributes to this.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p><h2 id=\"h-what-does-the-future-hold-for-elearning\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Does_the_Future_Hold_for_eLearning\"><\/span><b>What Does the Future Hold for eLearning?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">eLearning is constantly evolving and adapting. There are many trends and technologies that are pushing eLearning forward.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Of all the eLearning trends, the rise in adaptive learning is possibly among the most interesting. Adaptive learning is a user-centric method of education where all resources and assignments are adapted to the student&rsquo;s individual needs. This highly personalized learning experience adapts in real-time to suit the individual student&rsquo;s pace of learning.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Social learning is another growing eLearning trend. The concept is simple &ndash; we all learn from people around us, so why not incorporate that into the eLearning experience? An instant chat feature in eLearning software helps students overcome boundaries in their learning. Similarly, having an online forum and dedicated communities can help foster a learning environment that provides invaluable help to students.<\/span><\/p><h2 id=\"h-elearning-is-forcing-through-progress-in-education\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Elearning_Is_Forcing_Through_Progress_in_Education\"><\/span><b>Elearning Is Forcing Through Progress in Education<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">eLearning solves many of the problems associated with traditional learning models, which often present geographical and financial barriers. It is more adaptable and dynamic than conventional forms of learning.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">But with this new learning model comes new challenges. The social aspect of learning is taken away, which is clearly valuable to many people. &rdquo;Learning by doing&rdquo; is, for the most part, impossible, presenting obvious challenges. As a result, engagement is an issue.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">It&rsquo;s undoubtedly clear that eLearning is here to stay and is revolutionizing the education industry. Stuffy lectures, unhelpful handouts, and unengaging exercises are being pushed out in favor of dynamic and exciting courses that engage students better. What happens next will be very exciting &ndash; and we&rsquo;re curious to see it through.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Whether picking up some phrases in a new language via a YouTube video or ending up deep down a Wikipedia hole, we&#8217;ve all used the internet to learn something.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Online learning, or\u2026<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":311,"featured_media":4061,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[171],"tags":[2411,2412],"hashtags":[],"class_list":["post-3903","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-news","tag-elearning","tag-online-education"],"hreflangs":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3903","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/311"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=3903"}],"version-history":[{"count":11,"href":"https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3903\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":4085,"href":"https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3903\/revisions\/4085"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/4061"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=3903"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=3903"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=3903"},{"taxonomy":"hashtags","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/hashtags?post=3903"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}