P-M-I of online learning

Plus

• Where - the place you learn is up to you: home, work, a friend's place
  
• When - choose the time you learn to suit your family and work commitments
  
• What - you choose the type of course that suits your needs.
  
• Reflection - you have time to reflect and consider your answers, even in an online synchronous environment

Minus

• Computer - you have to have regular access to an Internet computer. This may be a consideration if you have to buy one or upgrade a existing computer.
  
• Your learning style - if you prefer face-to-face learning environments, online learning may not be your preferred mode of learning.
  
• Your study skills - you have to be a self-motivated learner.
  
• Skill level - your skill in using a computer could impede your progress.

Interesting

• Skill level - if a beginning computer user, your skill level could improve as you use the computer and Internet.
  
• Professional dialogue - you will discuss ideas with people you would normally have never met.
  
• Communication - you will use synchronous and asynchronous communication tools that many of your students take for granted.