“Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world.”
– Nelson Mandela
The word education finds its roots way back to the Latin words of educare, educere, and educatum, which all contribute to the meaning of education. The words either imply “to bring up” or “to draw out.” These Latin words or the word Education itself hold the concept of developing the skills and abilities in an individual. If we look at the history of learning and schooling, it dates to centuries when the first written records were restored from ancient civilisations.
In the beginning, when the medium of writing was not introduced, knowledge and learning were imparted through oral traditions. The folklores and legends were passed on to generations by reciting and singing them frequently. The form of imitating and storytelling through which morals and teachings were passed on was adapted.
The first known evidence of formal schools in Egypt, India, Greece, and China dates back from 2061 BC to 2076 BC. They focused on reading, writing, arithmetic, Vedic and Buddhist learning, discipline, and obedience. After the practice of writing developed, the learning became effective, and knowledge could be preserved in the form of scriptures and manuscripts.
The 15th century saw the rise of the printing press and books, and literary works became cheaper and accessible to the common people, replacing the expensive manuscripts.
There was a rise of public education in the 18th and 19th centuries as the earliest recorded education policy, i.e. Guizot Law of 1833 in France, made it mandatory for boys in all communes to receive public primary education.
As the world progressed, learning shifted from traditional classrooms to virtual settings. Even though the rise in online learning was an emergency alternative, it is no longer used just to fill the gaps in growing one’s career. It has become a powerful tool with flexibility and inclusivity.
There are “5 Ways Online Learning is Beneficial”: –
1. Flexibility of time and place
Yes, it is true. Gone are those days when we had to religiously be present in a physical institute and drain our time and energy while travelling. Learning can be done at our own pace with a flexible schedule. At NexGrad, many of our learners are regular employees who work from 9 to 5 and then log in to complete their online courses post work. It helps them to keep working and brushing up on their skills simultaneously.
There were times when one had to miss an entire lecture for their important commitments, but not with an online class. Even if one is a night owl or an early riser, learning would not cease.
2. Cost efficient
Traditional programs include expenses for travelling, textbooks, and accommodations. Meanwhile, the online courses are often pocket-friendly and come with the comfort of learning from home. NexGrad offers courses and even degree programs at an affordable cost. It’s a win-win situation for the students at NexGrad.
3. Access to global institutes
Another benefit of online learning is the availability of multiple courses and institutes around the globe. Here at NexGrad, students and working professionals can access business management and information technology courses by breaking geographical barriers. In addition to that, there are multiple collaboration with Swiss School of Business Research, OTHM etc, which focuses on higher education without compromising the quality.
4. Improves self-discipline
One can manage their study schedules and get a first-hand grasp on time management, self-motivation, and accountability. It can also encourage a self-dependent approach and organisational skills such as setting goals and meeting deadlines. We have seen our community members who have braced themselves and have managed to suppress the habit of procrastination.
5. Self-Paced learning
Online learning at NexGrad gives you the freedom to rewind tough topics and concepts so that you will not have to rush to complete a milestone, unlike offline classes, where rewinding is seldom supported. Even if you are juggling with jobs and family responsibilities, NexGrad provides a convenient method to increase your skills and make you competent for the challenging world.
Online learning is not a mere convenience; it is a complete revolution in the ways of education. For NexGrad learners, who are in search of skills that sharpen their pen, flexibility in time, and access to some of the best courses provided globally, it is the smartest and efficient way to make our way into the world of opportunities. Be it academic excellence, mastering skills, or personal development, online learning at NexGrad will provide you with a curated path to succeed.
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