What are the types of e-learning?

Since e-learning is the term generally used to refer to using electronic-enhanced learning, or in other words, e-learning is not the only term used to refer to using computer-enhanced learning. E-learning can be classified into 3 types by using the criteria time and distance.

1. Asynchronous e-learning: communication does not occur at the same time and uses technology tools such as blogs, discussion boards, and e-mail for activities. The main idea of this e-learning type is learners exchange the ideas or information independently from the other learners involvement at the same time.

2. Synchronous e-learning: communication occurs at the same time and uses technology tools such as chat, audio or video conferencing for learners' participation activities. The main idea of this e-learning type is every learner joins participation in activities at the same time. Additionally, instructors and learners do not meet physically, but using these technology tools for communication instantly.

3. E-learning of blended learning: combines e-learning tools with an actual traditional classroom to guarantee maximum effectiveness. The main idea of this e-learning type is using only e-learning is not to make sure a learner has actually completed a course, and learners' gaining the benefits of interaction with the others are essential. Moreover, face-to-face interaction is the good way to help learners get more social learning than using only online learning.

Ref: http://www.namahn.com/resources/documents/note-e-learning.pdf