eLearning Course encapsulates structured, thematically self-contained learning material, which can be distributed to the learner throughout Internet or using memory devices.
Typically, the eLearning Course accommodates self learning material, but unlike book or manual provides the following:
Incorporation of eLearning Course into the Learning Management System and intercommunication between them enables the most efficient management of the overall learning process. Within Learning Management System the eLearning Course is considered as an independent learning unit, which can be assigned for assessing the level of learning. Upon completion of eLearning Course various reports could be generated by the Learning Management System.
From the education methodology perspective eLearning Course corresponds to any conventional Learning Course - assuming that eLearning Course encloses all the necessary self-educational learning material and tests for controlling and evaluating apprehension of the learning material.