Perspective Chapter: Online Learning and Future Prospects

Abstract

In this chapter, we will discuss online learning in terms of its concept, importance, types, requirements, implementation challenges, and interaction with teachers and students. We will also talk about online learning strategies, their evaluation, and the impact of this type of learning on education, as well as the future of online learning and its future vision in light of the expectation of a bright future in the coming years for this type of learning, as the number of online learners will increase through the provision of programs, courses, virtual classes, and educational experiences. As other online learning options that are flexible, easy to access, and low in cost, and as technology continues to develop, online learning will be more developed and effective. Many trends will affect the future of online learning, such as education. Integrated learning that combines online self-learning with teacher-managed activities, as well as artificial intelligence, augmented and virtual reality. The students in the near future engage in online learning from the time they enter school until the end of their university studies and beyond. And they will need to acquire multiple skills to adapt to constant change, and the ability to learn what they need to know.