With the rapid advance of technology, e-learning has become more attainable by almost everyone. In addition, an internet based learning has become a popular choice mainly due to the many gains the online learners get. However, this type of education still has its advantages and disadvantages as follows.

In relation to university students, the e-learning can enhance their knowledge in the following aspects: flexibility, mainly since the contents or modules within the e-learning can be done in parts. Unlike the old forms of learning that have formal institutions; the online education is not structured around a schedule, meaning the student has time to attend to other pressing matters. It also offers lower costs since it can be done from anywhere. It becomes much more affordable option since there is no trainer equipment or time in use. It also allows for mobility since it permits the student to take full advantage of their time especially in places they initially couldn’t do school work example at home or while traveling.

Concurrently, there are some disadvantages still associated with this type of learning that include: Complete lack of structure in that students, not highly motivated can easily fall behind on their studies. This happens mainly since there is no fixed routine or schedule; this makes the online based learning hard for some people mainly in terms of meeting goals or deadlines. Technical problems are also another aspect of the challenges it is essential for the learners to set up their technological equipments before the course starts, manly gadgets that are compatible with the courses software’s. In addition, there is always the possibility of having technical problems while heavily using computers, such as power or connection disruptions.

Lastly, there is the issue of computer proficiency; some students may not be efficient or comfortable with computers. It might be a challenging issue for some, regardless if the software is user-friendly. These kinds of students would mostly do much better in a traditional form of classroom as compared to the e-learning since they will not struggle that much.