ONLINE EDUCATION VS. TRADITIONAL CLASSROOM: A COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS

Abstract

The rapid advancement of information and communication technologies has transformed the educational landscape worldwide. Online education has emerged as an alternative to traditional classroom instruction, especially following the COVID-19 pandemic. This paper presents a comparative analysis of online education and traditional classroom learning by examining their advantages, disadvantages, effectiveness, and impact on students' academic performance. The study also explores how blended learning can combine the strengths of both approaches to improve educational quality.