A significant number of people these days prefer to learn new skills on digital platforms instead of attending in-person classes. There several factors that weigh into this phenomenon but I generally think that it is more advantageous.
Our modern era has fostered numerous advances and innovations in technology, including shifting traditional modes of education to the digital world, making it wholly convenient for the general public. This allows people to study within the comforts of their home, and set aside time to do housework or other domestic chores at the same time. In particular, single mothers and students with dependents will benefit the most since their family relies on them for assistance, and they will be able to achieve this all the while balancing it with their studies. Not to mention the huge advantage this kind of learning has provided people during the pandemic, where it was vital to stay at home for everyone’s safety and the only avenue to acquire new skills is the internet.
However, this leaves us with several disadvantages, mainly the loss of revenue of institutions who have conducted their businesses through traditional means. Universities, colleges, and other companies that provide additional studying for individuals have operated their facilities expecting students to come to their classes in person and completely switching to digital means renders some of their previous services obsolete. Ultimately, this is an issue that these entities can fix by introducing remote learning in their curricula and therefore catering to both modes.
In conclusion, while I think that educational institutions who have, for the longest time, provided their services through traditional means have to adjust in order to accommodate students who do remote learning, this gives more benefits to students to account for their differing personal circumstances.