E-Learning Standards and their Necessity

Abstract

The advancement of ICT gives new directions to e-learning and the world has started to understand that e-learning is important because it can make a significant difference: to how quickly one can learn a skill; to the ease with which one can study; and to the degree to which learning can be made enjoyable. E-learning has the power to bring quality and accessible learning to everyone so that every learner can achieve goals of the study. The present world is surrounded by e-learning at home, at work and, at the college. It also contributes to the objective of education by raising standards, improving quality of education, removing barriers to learning, preparing for employment, up skilfulness in the workplace and, ensuring that all learners achieve their target. The benefits of e-learning are increasing year by year. E-learning is achieving their goals due to acceptance of accredited e-learning standards. The main organizations working for e-learning standards include AICC, IEEE, IMS and ADL. This article gives an overview of various e-learning standards available & future possibilities and their necessity for creating a uniform learning platform.

 

 

Keywords: E-learning; E-learning standards; AICC; IEEE-LTSC; IMS; ADL; SCORM; Metadata;