Vol: 1 Issue: 1
E-Learning On Wireless Telecommunications Network
Etim, Otu Mesember, Gertrude Fischer, Asuquo Eke
1. INTRODUCTION
E-learning, or electronic learning, is the delivery of educational content and instruction via electronic media. It can be accessed through a variety of devices, including computers, laptops, tablets, and smartphones. E-learning offers a number of benefits over traditional classroom instruction, including flexibility, convenience, and affordability. Wireless telecommunications networks (WNETs) are the foundation of e-learning. They provide the connectivity that allows students to access educational content and instruction from anywhere with an Internet connection. WNETs also enable real-time communication between students and instructors, which can help to create a more interactive and engaging learning experience. This project explores the use of WNETs for e-learning. It reviews the existing research on e-learning on WNETs and identifies gaps in the existing research. The project also has a developed prototype for e-learning systems that uses WNETs. The prototype with evaluates a group of students to assess its usability and effectiveness. The findings of this project will contribute to the growing body of knowledge on e-learning on WNETs. They will also help to inform the development of new e-learning systems that use WNETs.
E-learning pertains to the utilization of electronic systems and applications in educational processes. It allows for remote interaction between students and experienced educators [32]. Educational content is delivered through electronic means such as the internet, satellite TV, radio, CD-ROM, etc. [3]. This encompasses electronic-based learning systems like digital collaboration and virtual classrooms. E-learning is reshaping global education and corporate training [5]. The widespread accessibility offered by e-learning, particularly in developing countries, has garnered considerable attention from researchers in various cultural and contextual settings [20]. Many researchers favor e-learning over traditional methods due to its combination of synchronous and asynchronous structures [35].
Significant progress has been made in providing e-learning solutions, raising expectations about its potential [5]. Despite this optimism, the long-term adoption, diffusion, and utilization of e-learning solutions have fallen short of initial projections [5]. In regions like Asia, the demand for e-learning is growing rapidly (17.3% per year), but high rates of implementation failures and student dropouts are jeopardizing its sustained use by Higher Educational Institutions. In countries like Pakistan, e-learning is widely embraced across the entire education system, yet institutions are grappling with a complex mix of obstacles that hinder the long-term success of e-learning solutions. This paradox, where public demand is rising while implementation and acceptance are lagging, has prompted researchers and practitioners to delve into the barriers to e-learning implementation [19]. There has been extensive work to comprehend e-learning implementation hurdles [18], there is a limited effort to consolidate this understanding. This paper aims to illuminate the obstacles to e-learning implementation by conducting a thorough review of e-learning literature. Furthermore, these barriers will be categorized to propose an e-learning barrier framework, assisting educational stakeholders in system development and implementation.
Over the past few years, the education sector has experienced a significant transformation due to the widespread adoption of digital technologies. E-learning platforms have emerged as potent instruments for enhancing educational experiences, breaking geographical constraints, and accommodating various learning preferences. They have evolved significantly, reshaping the educational arena. This literature review provides an extensive examination of e-learning platforms, including their historical evolution, essential characteristics, diverse categories, benefits, challenges, influence on education, and upcoming trends. E-learning, a prominent educational paradigm, leverages digital technologies to facilitate learning [9]. Its effectiveness in various fields has prompted its exploration in the telecommunications sector, a field characterized by rapid advancements in wireless technologies [26].