Teaching Performing Arts Online: A Study of Certificate Course in Hindustani Classical Music of Ignou

Abstract

At present e-Learning, is considered as the most effective mode of learning in higher education. With its easy reach among the learners, this expanding alternative mode calls for ensuring and imparting a sound and qualitative education. It has surpassed the limitation of earlier distance learning modes and has successfully taken along the subjects with practical components too. IGNOU has become the first University in India to venture into teaching music through online mode. The present study is an attempt to look at the issues related to the quality dimensions of e-learning in the subject of Indian Music.