AN ANALYSIS OF FACTORS RESPONSIBLE FOR THE RAPID GROWTH OF E-LEARNING IN INDIA

Abstract

There is one crucial and urgent part of the society that has been tapped by developments, which is the idea of web-based learning that is otherwise called e-learning. E-learning means studying or learning on various platforms by using electronic media (computer, laptop and mobile) outside of a conventional study hall, it is generally a course, program, degree delivered online through various platforms. It is a means that can help in the development and to increase the reach of the educational sector in India. The purpose of this paper is to inspect and recognize the significant components liable for the rapid growth of E-learning in India. A study was conducted on 237 people (students of the school, undergraduate, postgraduate, and working professionals) through a random sampling technique followed by exploratory factor analysis which was employed to find out the crucial factors which are the main reason for the rapid expansion of E-learning. The outcome shows that: Service quality of online education, technological development, external factors, and ease of learning are the major factors that have impacted the online learning or education system in India the most. This study can assist institutions, government or companies in decision making regarding online programs.