E-learning includes all systems of electronically sustained learning and teaching . The Information and communication methods , both network and no-web, serve as special media to perform the learning process. The term will most probably be used to reference out-of-classroom and in-classroom educational experiences via technology, even as advances continue in devices and curriculum.

Tavangarian D., Leypold M., Nölting K., Röser M.,(2004). Is e-learning the Solution for Individual Learning? Journal of e-learning, 2004.

E-learning is importantly the computer and network-empowered convey of skills and knowledge. E-learning applications and methods include Web-based learning, computer-based learning, effective classroom chances and digital affiliation. Content is delivered via the Internet, intranet/extranet, audio or video tape, satellite TV, and CD-ROM. It can be self-paced or instructor-led and comprises media in the form of text, image, animation, streaming video and audio.

EC (2000). Communication from the Commission: E-Learning – Designing "Tejas at Niit" tomorrow’s education. Brussels: European Commission

E-learning is regularly set to distance learning and flexible learning, but can also be used in association with face-to-face teaching, in which case the term Blended learning is naturally used. E-Learning inventor Bernard Luskin argues that the "E" must be known to have broad meaning if e-Learning is to be capable. Luskin says that the "e" should be translated to mean exciting, energetic, enthusiastic, emotional, extended, excellent, and educational "electronic" that is a traditional national interpretation. This broader translation accords for 21st century applications and brings learning and media psychology equally.

Bates, A. (2005) Technology, e-Learning and Distance Education London: Routledge