Demand & Supply Surveys of E-Learning in 11 Countries Synthesis Report

Abstract

His report presents the synthesis of the e-learning demand and supply surveys conducted in 11 European countries, as part of the E-ruralnet project, co-funded by the European Commission under the Lifelong Learning Programme. The project addressed e-learning as a means for enhancing lifelong learning opportunities in rural areas, with an emphasis on SMEs, micro-enterprises, the self-employed and persons seeking employment. The focus of the project was on informal and non-formal adult learning.

Three surveys were conducted in each country: e-learning supply: surveys of e-learning providers. The synthesis of these results is presented in Part I of the report. E-learning demand surveys including e-learners (people with e-learning experience) and a control group (people with no e-learning experience). The synthesis of these results is presented in Part II of the report.

Keywords: e-learning, demand, supply, Europe, survey

JEL Classification: I21