E-learning uses electronic media to deliver flexible vocational education and training. It is naturally suited to distance learning and flexible learning, but is also used in face-to-face teaching (blended learning).

E-learning strategies include Web 2.0 or social networking technologies. Past e-learning systems have been used to deliver learning content and assessments to the student. These were accessed and completed by the student and evaluated by the teacher.   Using Web 2.0 technologies, the new e-learning places increased emphasis on social learning and use of social software such as blogs, wikis, podcasts and virtual worlds.

Support for e-learning practitioners

The following links provide comprehensive guidance and support for practitioners in planning and implementing e-learning.

• Designing e-learning
• Your guide to social e-learning
• Social Interaction Packs
• E-learning for industry
• E-learning for small business
• E-learning in the trades
• E-learning on a shoestring

Engaging Learner Groups

• Indigenous
• Community  
• Inclusive e-learning (youth, aged, disability) 

E-Gems

E-Gems are free professional development sessions held in a virtual conferencing format. They bring together practitioners from across Australia in a virtual room to listen to presenters speaking on e-learning topics or about their own experience in implementing e-learning.