e-learning

Instructional model based on the use of information and communication technologies (ICT) to acquire knowledge, know-how, information, values, skills and competences through the internet.

Comment
  • In most cases, e-learning refers to a course or programme delivered online;
  • e-learning uses tools such as educational software, forums, chat or video conferencing;
  • this term is close to, but not synonymous with: digital learning.
Source

Cedefop.

Related term(s)
asynchronous learning
blended learning
cooperative learning
crowdlearning / crowdsourced learning
digital learning
distance learning
distributed learning
flipped learning / inverted learning / reversed learning
formal learning
game-based learning / gamification
hybrid learning
immersive learning
informal learning
intercultural learning
learning
learning by doing
learning by using
mobile learning / m-learning
non-formal learning
online learning / web-based learning
open learning / self-paced learning
participative learning / participatory learning
peer learning
personalised learning
phygital learning
presential learning / face-to-face learning / classroom learning
school-based learning
self-directed learning / self-learning / self-regulated learning
situated learning
social learning
synchronous learning
virtual learning
work-based learning