CLOUD CHALLENGES FOR THE e-LEARNING PROCESS

This paper presents features that are influencing the quality of the e-Learning services and the way those features are influenced by the application of the principles/concepts of a Cloud based eLearning system in the teaching learning process. The analyzed elements that influence the quality and the way those elements are created on a Cloud-based platform, are detailed within the contents of this article. There have been analyzed four sets of indicators that could determine the quality index in higher education. The article also includes the analysis of sets of features that were chosen based on real e-Learning situations, showcasing at the same time the clear facts that prove that the process itself requires adequate computer resources. The results show that the Cloud based e-Learning system could offer improved quality with reduced costs by comparison with the traditional educational system.