Online Education also called E-learning is simply acquiring more knowledge on the internet. It is a learning that takes place virtually, with the help of technology and the Internet many institutions has adopted this practice. E-learning isn’t limited to only students, even stay at home moms, entrepreneurs, founders also enrol in Online Education. This kind of learning comes in various forms, it could be text, videos, animations etc.

Learning online isn’t easier than going to a physical class, it’s just more flexible and saves stress. Online education is popular not just in Nigeria but in other countries too.

The benefits of E-learning:

1: Flexibility: You can be in Nigeria and be schooling in the US, all you have to do is be present in class and do your assignment. You can do this without affecting your day-to-day activities.

2: Efficiency: Reading PDFs, watching videos, listening to podcasts makes it easier for both teachers and students to make learning interesting.

3: Networking: Online education makes it easy to connect with other people from different countries

4: Low cost: Online courses don’t require what physical classrooms needs like books, chairs etc. It is also beneficial to the teachers because it is easy to reuse learning materials.

5: You can study at your own pace: There’s no competition, you won’t feel pressured to meet up with anybody. Do it when it’s convenient for you

6: It helps improves your communication skills: Virtual etiquette requires more good communication and learning interpersonal relationships.

7: More experience to your resume.

8: Better time management: For you to be able to learn online efficiently, you need a good internet connection, gadgets that are in good condition.

Platforms you can learn online:

Coursera

Udemy

edX

MIT

Allison

Skillshare

Code Academy

LinkedIn Learning

Udacity.

Future Learn.

Not all of the courses on this site are free but, they don’t require much payment.