Its a learning system based on formalised teaching but with the help of electronic resources is known as E-learning. While teaching can be based in or out of the classrooms, the use of computers and the Internet forms the major component of E-learning. E-learning can also be termed as a network enabled transfer of skills and knowledge, and the delivery of education is made to a large number of recipients at the same or different times.
No. The very same course you are pursuing, can be offered through e-learning. The content the lecturers teach in class is also available on the e-learning platform. Blended-learning is a mode of study where some content is taught physically in class and part of the content is taught via the LMS.
No. They are two entities. To access the e-learning platform, use http://elearning.kmtc.ac.ke whereas to access the website, use www.kmtc.ac.ke. The website is accessed by everybody and mainly contains general KMTC information. This includes programs on offer, campuses, etc. Whereas the e-learning platform is only accessible by registered students and staff of KMTC. And it is for learning purposes only.
You need to be a registered KMTC student. Then you need to have a username and a password. Visit ICT office if you do not have access credentials. Or send an email to elearning@ktmc.ac.ke
You need to show proof of fee payment, then go to your head of department and get a letter that you or the department will forward to e-learning department for enrollment.
- 1. You need to keep your password as a secret because if another student gets it, he/she can change it and deny you access.
- 2. Upload a recent coloured profile photo. This is a requirement for every user on the platform. The lecturer need to be able to identify you.
- 3. Your access and usage of the platform is being tracked. Therefore you need to consistently access and do what is expected of you. You completion of a module is dependent on having gone through all the units on the platform and attempted all required tasks.
If you are a student, click here to access the Student Support Tutorial that offers more details on how to interact with the platform. If you are a teaching staff, there is a Tutor Support Tutorial found on E-learning Starterpack (ES 101) module within the platform.
If you are having more support queries, you can send an email to elearning@kmtc.ac.ke