Online Education
Online education is a flexible instructional delivery system that encompasses any kind of learning that takes place via the Internet. Online learning gives educators an opportunity to reach students who may not be able to enroll in a traditional classroom course and supports students who need to work on their own schedule and at their own pace.
Advantages of Online Education
It is flexible; can be accessed from anywhere with a device and internet connection.
Budget-friendly.
Convenient attendance.
Class recordings are available for later references
Disadvantages of Online Education
One of the major disadvantages faced by students learning online is managing screen time. Online education requires staying logged in on the screen for an extended period regularly. Long-duration screen time becomes a great difficulty for the students and harmful for their health as well, especially the eyes.
Another disadvantage includes technical glitches. Poor Internet connectivity issues also arise multiple times during online sessions. Small towns/cities, urban areas face the most difficulty maintaining stable Internet connection. It destroys the learning of the students.
Other disadvantages include: Feeling of isolation by individuals, Minimal peer help, Group work not as efficient as it would be if done offline.
Offline Education
Offline education is the traditional counterpart to online education and the original method of learning that allows students to have regular face-to-face interactions with their peers and teachers. As much as online education is predicted to be the future of learning, it cannot replace the holistic aspect of offline education. Offline education is not severely affected by technical issues and provides an excellent opportunity for students to develop a strict schedule and adhere to it.
Advantages of Offline Education
Students are fully attentive towards class only; less distraction. Online classes have more possibilities of distractions where students may surf on other online platforms or pay less attention in class.
Teachers can provide individual attention to the students, address their issues and solve it quickly.
Disadvantages of Offline Education
Students may lack the opportunity to learn advancing technology.
Time management becomes an issue for students who reside far away from campus.
No recording or any other form of data is not always available for students who missed the class or later references.