
REVISTA UNESUM-Ciencias Volumen 9, Número 3, 2025
E-learning platforms offer a rich variety of
learning materials, including videos, pod-
casts, interactive simulations, and gamified
content. This diversity caters to different
learning preferences, whether a student
prefers visual, auditory, or kinesthetic lear-
ning. Interactive elements, such as quizzes
and discussion forums, further enhance the
learning experience by encouraging active
participation and collaboration.
Furthermore, the integration of multimedia
content helps to break down complex con-
cepts, making them easier to understand
and retain. For instance, a subject like bio-
logy can be made more engaging through
virtual dissections or 3D models, providing
a hands-on experience without the need for
physical labs.
Challenges of e-learning implementation
When the Web caught on and teachers
realized that they could easily transfer their
notes online, many thought this was the
answer to all their teaching problems. Stu-
dents could access the notes at any time or
place they wanted and staff could cut down
on the amount of teaching because the stu-
dents already had the material. Students
would somehow under- stand the material
more easily and be able to pass their exams.
This is where many people’s approaches
to e-learning falls down, because they see
e-learning simply as a replacement for fa-
ce-to-face teaching. E-learning will only add
value to the learning process if both staff
and students alike approach it with a clear
view of what is to be achieved.
From the staff point of view, e-learning must
be embedded within the curriculum, with
well thought out delivery mechanisms and
learning outcomes that provide appropria-
te support for students. From the students’
point of view, they must appreciate that,
with the greater flexibility afforded them in
the manner, time and format with which they
can access resources, comes responsibility.
Students can no longer expect to be spoon-
fed if e-learning provides all the means and
resources to allow them to take control of
their own learning (Thamarana, 2016).
E-learning refers to the intentional use of ne-
tworked information and communication te-
chnologies in teaching and learning. It can
also be defined as the application of elec-
tronic systems such as the internet, compu-
ters, and multimedia discs, whose primary
goal is to reduce costs and minimize unne-
cessary travel. According to Mohammadi,
Ghorbani, & Hamidi (2011), e-learning has
both advantages and disadvantages, which
can be interpreted as inherent characteris-
tics of this educational approach.Among
its most notable advantages is that it is a
student-centered teaching process, where
the teacher assumes the role of a guide or
facilitator rather than being the sole source
of knowledge (Chhabra, 2012), presents va-
rious tools that play a crucial role in shaping
learning through e-learning. These tools,
commonly referred to as apps, have a sig-
nificant influence on modern education. The
internet serves as an abundant resource,
offering articles, courses, and online confe-
rences that facilitate both teaching and lear-
ning. Teachers can assign work, conduct
exams, and share materials via emails and
online platforms, while parents can monitor
their children's progress at any time. Stu-
dents have access to lessons through web-
cams, worksheets, and online whiteboards,
ensuring continuity in education. Schools
also benefit from online networks, allowing
them to collaborate, develop shared pro-
jects, and maintain their own websites. Free
educational tools, such as Spelling Bee, en-
hance learning by providing students with
opportunities to practice English spelling at
customizable difficulty levels.
E-learning and English Language Acqui-
sition.
E-learning in language acquisition, such
as English, is understood as a digital te-
chnology–mediated educational approach
that combines flexibility, accessibility, and
personalized learning. This method allows
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