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Chapter XIX
E-Learning Implementation and
Its Diverse Effects
Biju Issac
Swinburne University of Technology (Sarawak Campus), Malaysia
Jasmine Mering
Swinburne University of Technology (Sarawak Campus), Malaysia
Raymond Chiong
Swinburne University of Technology (Sarawak Campus), Malaysia
Seibu Mary Jacob
Swinburne University of Technology (Sarawak Campus), Malaysia
Patrick Then
Swinburne University of Technology (Sarawak Campus), Malaysia
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The rapid growth of technological advances in recent years has opened a completely new dimension to
progress in education and training. The emergence of e-learning has created not only business and edu-
cational opportunities, but also signifcantly improved the standard of the society. This chapter explores
the implementation of e-learning and its impact on a community, similar to a university or corporate
setup. To this aim, a brief introduction into e-learning technology and an example of using the Blackboard
Learning System are brought forth, along with some critical success factors. Projecting the e-learning
advantages along with the digital library concepts, the economic benefts of such implementation are
highlighted. The discussion then moves to the perspective of students and teachers on e-learning. As
the trend in the technological world is moving toward mobility, the wireless e-learning perception is
also conferred. In the concluding remarks, e-learning implementation is noted as a positive endeavor
to boost economic growth.