Advantages and the Future of Online Education in India

Lately, there has been a massive influx of technology in the educational landscape. Online Education is the new trend in this sector which implies that being physically present in a mortal classroom setup of four walls, desks, and a chalkboard is not the only option left now! Today, quality education is accessible on the tips of your fingers, irrespective of the time zones, through various apps available over the internet. Apps like Teachmint are some of the best app for online teaching in India. Though Online Education is comparatively very new in India, there is no need to discount the skepticism related to the methodology through the internet. India is a country where traditional learning has been practiced since time immemorial. The current shift, for sure had to face rough friction and unwillingness to leave an age-old practice. But, as it is said that one should adapt with time – it is just the right time to adapt to the online education paradigm by having a deep insight into its functionality and scope in our country.  

We have listed 5 reasons as to why you should get involved in online education –

1. Flexibility 

Online Education provides both teachers as well students with the opportunity to teach and learn according to their personal pace. The option to set schedules further enhances the experience and keeps discipline intact. Subsequently, a balance between work as well as studies is maintained. Online Teaching also helps you learn basic time management skills since you are in charge of your own routine. Having a mutual balance between the teacher and their students makes both sides realize their fair share of responsibilities. 

2. An Array of Programmes

Internet is a massive and, dynamic place. Countless skills and subjects of one’s interest can be learned on the internet. In the same light, a large number of educational institutes are providing learning facilities of various vocational courses, as well as mainstream major courses, online! One can secure their diploma, certificate, or degree by studying online, from the comforts of their houses. 

3. Accessibility 

The Online Education facility allows you to teach and learn from any corner of the world. This cuts on large amounts of transportation expenses. Further, as mentioned earlier, flexible time schedules let you jiggle between studies, teaching, and other works simultaneously. All you need is a smart device and a good internet connection, to take advantage of this new method of teaching and learning. In today’s world of Online Teaching and Learning, there is no need for people to leave jobs to pursue their education, and vice-versa. 

4. Customized Learning

As mentioned above, flexibility can really help you to decide your own pace of doing work, study, or teach, Online Education is also customizable, i.e. it can be modified according to each students’ requirements, ability and quotient. While traditional classrooms always tend to take everyone at the same pace – which in turn becomes devastating for a lot of slow learning students, online education gives you the freedom to do each task efficiently, according to your personal pace. Most of the time, online learning allows only one student at a time, this further allows for better communication and more feedback between you and your tutor. Moreover, the availability of diverse study material such as videos, photos, e-books, etc further enhances the process. 

5. Cost Efficient 

It has been found out that Online Education is economic to a great extent, as compared to traditional education. Further, the availability of a wide range of payment options allows you to pay in installments as well. This is an efficient method to operate on a budget. Further, accommodation charges and transportation goes nil in online education. Hence, not only the monetary expense on online education is less, but also affordable than other alternatives. 

Due to the ongoing pandemic and nationwide lockdowns, India has completely switched to online education lately. Though some suspected that it is only a trend, and would fade away post-lockdown, this hasn’t been the case at all, nor it tends to be. Online Education has been welcomed whole-heartedly by the Indian recipients. Though no method is a hundred percent ideal, and it has its fair share I disadvantage, it is the only apt method available, in the light of today’s situation. Though we do not know what is the fate of this technology in the future, it is for sure that it is not going anywhere anytime soon. Rather, would only be made more advanced.