e-Learning is  defined as learning activities facilitated and supported through the use of information and communications technology. Thus, e-Learning involves the use of a computer or electronic device to provide training, educational or learning material

The delivery of a learning, training or education program by electronic means. e-Learning involves the use of a computer or electronic device (e.g. a mobile phone) in some way to provide training, educational or learning material. (Derek Stockley 2003)

Another term is web-based training (WBT), which is the delivery of training or instruction via a web browser over the Internet, aIntranet, or extranet.

e-Learning is the use of electronic technologies to support learning and teaching. The students access the course materials through the Learning Management System (LMS). You have the ability to work on your course at any time and from anywhere provided you have a computer, internet access and a board email account. e-Learning furnishes users with:

• self-paced modules
• knowledge of the internet and computer skills
• an opportunity to become independent and self-reliant
• a hands-on or lab-work, simulated in a virtual classroom
• flexibility of time-tabling and scheduling
• flexibility to visit with classmates and discussion through chat rooms, shout box or discussion boards
• an opportunity for students to become responsible for their own learning.

Benefits of e-Learning

• Substantial cost savings due to elimination of traveling expenses
• Learning Institution saves on costly physical premises
• Effective and efficient communication system
• Improved Tracking and Reporting
• Just-in-time access to timely information
  Higher retention of content through personalized learning