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Issac Pitman
Long before the internet was launched, distance courses were offered to educate students on particular subjects. In the 1840s, Issac Pitman taught his pupils shorthand through correspondence. -
First testing machine invented
In 1924, the first testing machine was invented. -
The beginning of computer-based training
Computer-based training (CBT) was begun using mainframe computers. -
PLANTO Systems
The introduction of PLATO systems for computer-assisted instruction. -
Teleconferencing and satellite-base distance learning/First Mac computer
In 1980, the First Mac computer enabled individuals to have computers in their homes. The emergence of teleconferencing and satellite-based distance learning. -
Birth of the Modern Internet Era.
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First Online Course
The first online course was launched by the University of Toronto. -
Blackboard
The launch of Blackboard, a pioneer in online course management systems. -
E-Learning
The term e-learning was used for the first time in a professional context by Elliott Masie at the Tech learn conference at Disney World. -
Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs)
The introduction of Massive Open Online Courses by Canadian and American Universities. -
YouTube
YouTube was founded, which provided a platform for educational video content. -
COVID-19
Online learning reached a rapid expansion due to COVID-19, which highlighted its importance and accessibility. -
Virtual Reality, Augmented Reality, and Artificial Intelligence
Continued growth in education through Virtual Reality, Augmented Reality, and Artificial intelligence innovations.