Lifelong learning for all learning styles. e-Learning is a key means of delivering lifelong learning, cultivating a culture of innovation and expanding productivity. e-Learning environments allow learners to move at their own pace and can be more effective for learners who are shy, reflective, or require more time to absorb information.

Quality control and consistency. e-Learning provides a consistent delivery of material and builds a shared language and understanding in the workplace; it also allows employers to customize content and monitor employee’s progress. With long-term licenses, employees can also review material at their convenience thereby ensuring uptake.

Increased productivity and decreased expenditures e-Learning can be completed at the time and place that is most convenient for the employer and employee. This saves time and reduces or eliminates travel and printing costs. e-Learning is the most cost effective means for training large numbers of employees and allows follow-up training to be more focused and effective.

Implemented correctly, it can reduce some of the costs associated with education.

It allows schools to educate people they could not previously (e.g. people that work for a living, people geographically dispersed, etc.)

Many students communicate better in a web based environment than in the traditional classroom. Studies have shown that students who would not raise a hand in class will be very active in posting to discussion boards for example.