Other uses for web-conferencing

Conferencing has not always been confined to the business sector. Because of its availability almost anywhere,
institutions and organizations have taken it upon themselves to use it as well.

Popular examples include schools and universities for e-learning or distance learning. This is suitable for students whose location makes it difficult for him or her to go to the school proper or whose situation makes it difficult for travel.

 Here are some sites that offer more information on distance learning.

 DlTools is an online resource for various distance learning tools. It breaks down sites into several topics: Getting Started in eLearning, Hosted/Facilitated Learning, Knowledge and Learning Communities, Learning Portals, Virtual Classrooms, etc.

 e-Learning Centre UK is a website that consistently browses the web for distance learning resources and tools. Their site can be divided into five sections: Library, where users can access white papers, articles, and resources; Showcase, which features interesting courses, online learning materials, and solutions for higher education; Products and Services, with links to e-learning products; Events, with links to conferences, seminars, and workshops; and Bookshop, where links to books about e-learning are posted.