Challenges for Online Learning in Higher Education

Abstract

There are several factors that compel students, teachers, and management to adopt e-learning instead of physical learning. COVID-19 is a key reason for adopting e-learning, particularly in higher education institutes. E-learning is considered the best choice to continue the transfer of knowledge and to stop the spread of diseases such as COVID-19. Despite several advantages of E-learning, there are a number of challenges of E-learning. The focus of this chapter is to discuss the challenges of e-learning, particularly in developing countries. In the last part of the chapter, the authors will discuss the recommendations to improve the e-learning strategies in developing countries as well as some opportunities for E-learning for developing countries.