Merryland International School
UAE Social Studies
Name: ___________________________ Grade: 9 Sec: _________
Vision 2021-High Quality Education
1. What are e-learning solutions?
E-learning solutions are a content based and furthermore a blend of representation,
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content, sound, and video.
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2. The new method of e-learning is a combination
of:
 face to face learning
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 traditional tutoring
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 online learning and
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 blended learning
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3. Why do students find smart learning helpful?
Smart class technology allows students to make
presentations online and get feedback from their teachers in less time. This saves a
lot of time of teachers and students that can be used for another interactive activity.
4. E-Learning platforms are a popular new form of education. Give any two
reasons.
a. Students continue to learn beyond what is taught in a classroom.
b. E- learning platforms are used to issue exams to students.
c. E books in electronic form are also available to students to read on smart tablets
or phones. (Learn any two)
5. Describe how the UAE’s postmodern educational system empowers the
economy of the country?
 Reforms in the education sector are a key pillar of the UAE’s vision 2021 as
the country is moving towards a knowledge-based economy.
 It will continue the progress and development in the UAE.”
 It will create an educational system through a qualitative shift in line with
the UAE’s vision 2021.
List the pros and cons of the following:
Traditional classroom learning
Advantages
1
Immediate feedback
2
Cultivation of a social community
Disadvantage 1
Time and location constraints
2
Instructor centered
E-Learning
Learner centered and Self-paced
Time and location flexibility
Not comfortable to some people
Potentially more confusion and
frustration