E-Learning: The Tool for Women Empowerment

The magnetism of the Internet has changed the way we think, act, do business and in
recent times even the way we educate ourselves. Today the world has recognized the
enormous potential of Internet in almost every field of life.
Internet has become a revolutionary word in the field of education. It is one of the
most significant tools in educational technology. E-learning today is the latest catchphrase of
the education industry. With Internet as a medium, today"s learning and training is not
confined to mere classroom sessions. What Web-based Learning offers is a „global
classroom" where in knowledge can be shared across geographical, cultural and
psychological boundaries. E-learning can be simply described as learning and training
available through Internet or World-Wide-Web or Web-Enabled-Learning. It also includes
the education provided through CDs as well. It is expected that, the learning will be highly
enhanced and enriched to a large extent by this tool. Effective, reliable and low cost
communication system, from almost all parts of India, has opened up new innovative
alternative avenues for the education through not only to Conventional Education System but
also to the Open and Distance Education System.
This paper highlights on E-learning, Objectives, Recent technology, Interactive tools,
Pros and cons of online learning, Internet scenario in India, E-learning and women
empowerment. It mainly stress on the need for E-learning and how it acts as a tool for their
empowerment.