In today’s situation with the Coronavirus spreading, schools and colleges are shutting down to minimize its spread. With the shut down comes the problem of keeping the kids engaged and occupied. It also brings with it worries about losing precious study time.
But should you send your kids to school or to coaching institutes? Well, many of those are shut too and stepping out could expose them to infections. So what do you do? There is a solution to all these worries and it is online learning.
Q. What is eLearning or online learning?
Ans. eLearning, or online learning, is the same things as learning by visiting a coaching institute, school or college. The only difference is that it happens over the internet, so you need not leave your house.
Q. How does online learning work?
Ans. All you need to learn online is a computer and an internet connection. Once you have those you can go to sites like ours, UrbanPro.com, and look for teachers who can teach online.
Q. How to find online teachers on UrbanPro?
Ans. To find teachers who teach online simply follow these steps:
Step 1: Go to UrbanPro.com
Step 2: Enter the subject you want to learn
Step 3: enter your pin code to help us find teachers near you
Step 4: Make sure to select “Live Online Classes” only
Step 5: Enter your name and mobile number
Once done, we will intimate the teachers and they will get in touch with you.
Q. What are the advantages of eLearning?
Ans. Lower costs and saved time are two main advantages. The full list would contain:
- Online learning costs less than traditional in-person classes
- You save a lot of time travelling between classes and home
- Online learning can be used to learn almost any subject
- It is a healthier and safer way to study when it comes to medical emergencies
- Even if you can’t go to the school or for tuition, you can continue to learn
- The timing of the classes is flexible, so it suits working professionals
- It is just as valid as traditional teaching methods
- You can learn more because more courses are available easily
- It even has provisions for assessments to be made online
- Physical location is not a factor because you can learn from anywhere in the world
Q. What do you need to start learning online?
Ans. All you need to start learning online is a computer with a webcam and a mic and a fast internet connection. You’ll also need to ensure that your teacher has the same equipment to teach online.
Q. How much does it cost?
Ans. The actual cost will depend on the subject and the teacher. For example, a maths teacher may charge you Rs. 5,000 per month but a guitar tutor could charge you Rs. 7,000 a month.
Q. Who can use online learning?
Ans. Online learning can be used by anyone to learn anything. It can be used by a web developer to learn a new language like Python or JavaScript. It can also be used by a class 10 student to learn maths or science.
Q. Can online learning be used for hobby classes?
Ans. Yes, they can. The requirement is just the same as all others. Both the teacher and the student need to have a laptop with a webcam, microphone and a good internet connection.
