THE IMPACT OF ONLINE LEARNING ON TRADITIONAL EDUCATION
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Keywords: Online learning, traditional education, digital pedagogy, e-learning, blended learning, virtual classrooms, student engagement, teacher roles, educational equity, learning outcomes, remote instruction, technology in education, COVID-19 and education, educational access, digital divideAbstract
Annotation. This article examines the profound and multifaceted impact of online learning on traditional education systems. Triggered by the global health crisis and accelerated by technological innovation, online education has disrupted conventional classroom models. The paper explores key aspects such as student engagement, learning outcomes, teacher adaptation, pedagogical evolution, and access to education. It critically analyzes both the benefits and challenges of digital instruction, drawing upon international research and diverse educational contexts. Ultimately, this study presents a balanced perspective on whether online learning complements or competes with traditional education and proposes blended learning as a sustainable path forward.
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