This market research report includes a detailed segmentation of the global e-learning market by end user (higher education and K-12) and by component (content, supporting services, and faculty support). It also outlines the market shares for key regions like North America, Europe, APAC, and ROW. The top vendors analyzed in this report are Adobe, Blackboard, Oracle, and SAP.
Technavio’s market research analysts estimate the global e-learning market, to grow at a CAGR of around 18% between 2016 and 2020. Factors such as continuous innovation in e-learning tools, delivery methods, advances in technology, and availability of various virtual communication tools will result in the strong growth of the market during the forecast period. North America is the largest e-learning market, covering around 55% of the overall market share. The availability of a well-established IT infrastructure in this region helps organizations to implement technologically advanced teaching methodologies in educational institutions and learning management system.
The new market research report from Technavio provides a breakdown and analysis of the e-learning segments by technology.
“One of the interesting trends gaining momentum in this market is the increased adoption of hybrid learning or blended-learning, especially in the K-12 segment. Blended e-learning has made knowledge delivery more productive and efficient, where the trainers share their resources and instructions online. This enables students to access that information easily and at their convenience. The four common models of blended e-learning are fixed schedule, flexible, blended and virtual,” says Jhansi Mary, Lead Analyst, Education, Technavio Research.
The market research analysts have estimated the content segment to account for more than 68% of the total market share by 2020. The augmented demand for content development from professional and vocational program providers will result in this segment’s high market share during the estimated period. Furthermore, with the significant rise in enrolment for online courses in countries such as the US, Germany, and the UK, the demand for content development will increase rapidly.
The major players in the global e-learning market are Adobe, Blackboard, Oracle, and SAP. The market is characterized by the presence of many international, regional, and local vendors. Extension of service offerings, technological innovations, and an increase in M&A are likely to intensify the level of competition in the market. In this market, the vendors that focus on online content creation, delivery services, as well as software development will gain a competitive edge over their peers during the forecast period.
A more detailed analysis is available in the Technavio report, Global E-learning Market 2016-2020.
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