E-Learning: Market Research Report
This report analyzes the worldwide markets for e-Learning in US$ Million by the following Segments: Academic e-Learning, and Corporate e-Learning. The report provides separate comprehensive analytics for the US, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Rest of World.
Annual estimates and forecasts are provided for the period 2016 through 2024.
Also, a five-year historic analysis is provided for these markets.
Market data and analytics are derived from primary and secondary research. Company profiles are primarily based on public domain information including company URLs.
The report profiles 329 companies including many key and niche players such as -
Annual estimates and forecasts are provided for the period 2016 through 2024.
Also, a five-year historic analysis is provided for these markets.
Market data and analytics are derived from primary and secondary research. Company profiles are primarily based on public domain information including company URLs.
The report profiles 329 companies including many key and niche players such as -
- Absorb Software Inc.
- Adobe Systems Inc.
- Aptara Inc.
- Articulate Global, Inc.
- bit media e-Learning Solution Deutschland GmbH
- Blackboard, Inc.
1. INTRODUCTION, METHODOLOGY & PRODUCT DEFINITIONS
Study Reliability and Reporting Limitations
Data Interpretation & Reporting Level
Quantitative Techniques & Analytics
Product Definitions and Scope of Study
e-Learning
Academic e-Learning
Corporate e-Learning
2. OUTLOOK
e-Learning Transforms the Face of Education in the 21st Century
Rapid Internet Penetration Catalyzes Broad Based Growth in the Market
As the Preferred Type of Content for Effective Learner Engagement, Video Use in e-Learning Witnesses Robust Growth
AR & VR Technologies Take e-Learning to the Next Level in Efficiency Enhancement
Augmented Reality (AR) Makes eLearning More Engaging, Entertaining and Interactive
Virtual Reality (VR) & Wearable Devices Become Prominent Tools in Cost-effective Online Learning & Training
Advances in Artificial Intelligence Fuel Adaptive and Personalized eLearning
Role of Social Media in e-Learning Grows Larger
Social and Collaborative Learning Picks up Momentum Among Companies
Technology Innovations Continue to Benefit Market Growth
An Overview of Select Lecture Capture Solutions
Cloud, the Future of e-Learning Application Development & Delivery
Supportive Government Policies Provide the Foundation for Growth
Emerging Economies Drive Growth in the Market
Web Conferencing Emerges as a Major Collaborative Tool in e-Learning
Creation of a Personal Learning Environment (PLE), the Most Rewarding Aspect of e-Learning
MOOCs, a Sweet Spot in the e-Learning Market
MOOCs Make Inroads into University Education
m-Learning Emerges to Revolutionize e-Learning
Developing M-Learning VAS Provides the Support Structure for m-Learning
Apps Critical to the Growth of m-Learning
Select Educational Apps for Teachers and Students
Gamification of Learning, the Most Lucrative Way to Monetize e-Learning
Gamification Eliminates Boredom and Ensures Participation in Traditional Education
Big Data and Learning Analytics to Drive Personalized Learning Experiences
Academic Sector Remains the Largest Market for e-Learning
Learning Process Enhancements in the Academic Sector Fuels Adoption of e-Learning in Classrooms
Shadow Education Emerges to Drive a Large Chunk of Growth in the Academic/ Educational Sector
Growing Student Population Benefits Growth of e-Learning in the Academic Sector
Access to Cheaper Education Drive Enrollments in Distance e-Learning Programs
Academic eLearning to Leverage the Growing Trend of BYOD in Classrooms
Corporate e-Learning, the Fastest & the Most Promising Market in the e-Learning Industry
Changing Labor Market Realities with Worsening Skill Shortages Drives Focus on In-House Corporate Training
Proliferation of BYOD Among Enterprises Opens New Avenues for the Growth of Corporate m-Learning
LMS, a Key Beneficiary of the Focus Shed on In-House Corporate Training
Interactive Video-Based Learning to Emerge as a Key Trend in Corporate Training Programs
Microlearning Gains Traction in Corporate eLearning Give its Ability to Align Individual Learning Gaps with Training
Increasing Commoditization of E-Learning Programs Necessitates Service Providers to Adopt Innovative Technologies for Faster Time-to-Market of Services & Content
Key Challenges to Growth
Poor Focus on Strategy
Integrating Diverse Standards
Redundancy and Obsolescence
Lack of Acceptable Management Techniques to Measure Effectiveness
Need to Realign Pedagogy Models
Dependence on Interactive and Compelling Content
Infrastructure Woes Hamper Rapid Proliferation
Rapidly Changing Technological Environment
Absence of Skilled Trainers
Market Outlook
3. E-LEARNING – A CONCEPTUAL OVERVIEW
Definition
Why e-Learning?
Various Levels of e-Learning
Market Classification
Components of e-Learning Solution
Variants of e-Learning Programs
Online Learning
Virtual Classroom
Performance Support System
Rapid eLearning
Mobile Learning
Forms of e-Learning
e-Learning Vendors – An Overview
Content Providers
Service Providers
Technology Providers
4. STANDARDS
Need for Standards
e-Learning: New Standards
Standards in e-Learning – A Categorization
Metadata
Content Packaging
Learner Profiles
Accrediting Organizations & Standards
Advanced Distributed Learning (ADL) Initiative
Instructional Management System Global Learning Consortium (IMS)
Shareable Content Object Reference Model (SCORM)
Tin Can API: The Next-Generation SCORM
Advantages of Tin Can API
Learning Record Store (LRS): Repository of Learning Statements
Aviation Industry Computer-Based Training Committee (AICC)
Institute of Electronics and Electrical Engineering’s Learning Technology Standards Committee (IEEE LTSC)
World Wide Web Consortium
5. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
5.1 Focus on Select Players
Absorb Software Inc. (Canada)
Adobe Systems Inc. (USA)
Aptara Inc. (USA)
Articulate Global, Inc. (USA)
bit media e-Learning Solution Deutschland GmbH (Germany)
Blackboard, Inc. (USA)
Cegos Group SA (France)
Cisco Systems, Inc. (USA)
City & Guilds Kineo (UK)
Cornerstone OnDemand Inc. (USA)
Coursera Inc. (USA)
Desire2Learn Incorporated (Canada)
Docebo (Italy)
edX Inc. (USA)
Fischer, Knoblauch & Co. (Germany)
GetSmarter (South Africa)
HealthStream, Inc. (USA)
Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L. P. (USA)
Hurix Systems Private Ltd. (India)
IMC AG (Germany)
Inspired eLearning, Inc. (USA)
International Business Machines Corporation (USA)
IntraLearn Software Corp. (USA)
Macmillan Learning (USA)
NYIF. com (USA)
Oracle Corp. (USA)
Pearson (USA)
Persona Learning (USA)
SAP SuccessFactors, Inc. (USA)
SkillSoft (USA)
The Ken Blanchard Companies (USA)
The McGraw-Hill Companies (USA)
Trivantis Corp. (USA)
Zenosis Limited (UK)
5.2 Product Innovations/Introductions
B Online Learning Releases SaaS Learning Platform – Birch
Blackboard Releases New, Enhanced, Cloud-Based Version of CourseSites
Oracle Unveils New Oracle LaunchPad Online Learning Platform
AllenComm Launches DesignLab and Siteline
Sidel Introduces e-Learning Portal
Navis Launches MACS3 E-Learning Programme
BASF Launches BASF eLearning, Online Training Courses
SGS Launches e-Learning Programs
Baker McKenzie Link Launches GDPR Focused New e-Learning Program
eLearning Brothers and The Game Agency Releases The Training Arcade
SkyPrep Launches BoostHQ
Phonak Launches e-Learning Platform for Hearing Care Professionals
5.3 Recent Industry Activity
LTG Announces the Merger of PeopleFluent and NetDimensions
Saba and Vector Capital to Acquire Lumesse
Vector Solutions Acquires Casino Essentials and ICGIP
Blackboard Announces Rebrand of SaaS Open-Source LMS
Moody’s Acquires Omega Performance
eThink Education Partners with Partner in Publishing
University of Phoenix Expands Partnership with Blackboard for e-Learning System
Stage Fund Acquires iQity Software
Degreed Acquires Pathgather
Microsoft Buys Flipgrid
McGraw-Hill Education Collaborates with Copia Interactive
Skillsoft Partners with Shine Learning to Upskill the Millennial Workforce
Ebix to Acquire a Majority Stake in Smartclass
RedShelf Collaborates with McGraw-Hill Education for Inclusive Access Programs
Springer Nature Purchases iversity
FutureLearn Partners with NYIF for Courses on Mergers and Acquisitions
ProBility Acquires Cranbury International
NIIT Collaborates with Cornerstone OnDemand
Callidus Acquires Learning Heroes
NELSON to Acquire McGraw-Hill Ryerson’s K-12 Business
eLearning Brothers Buys Media
Relias Learning to Acquire spm GmbH
Blackboard Partners with Chalk. com to Deliver Best-In-Class Digital gradebook
Skillsoft Partners with IBM for IT Learning Content
6. GLOBAL MARKET PERSPECTIVE
7. REGIONAL MARKET PERSPECTIVE
7.1 THE UNITED STATES
A. Market Analysis
Outlook
Market Overview
Corporate e-Learning Market
Online Learning: Increasing Role in Higher Education
The PAR Framework to Online Learning Receives New Grant
Self-Paced eLearning Market
Strong Growth Characterizes PreK-12 & Higher Education
Virtual Schools & Homeschooling Drive Demand for e-Learning Products
B. Market Analytics
Corporate e-Learning Market
7.2 CANADA
A. Market Analysis
Outlook
Market Overview
‘Flipping the Classroom’ Movement
Modest Penetration of Online and Blended Learning
Popularity of GAFE
Need for Long-Term Strategy in Education Sector
B. Market Analytics
7.3 JAPAN
A. Market Analysis
Outlook
e-Learning Market Continues to Gain Traction
Language e-Learning – Market Overview
Corporate Sector Drives eLearning Market
Corporate eLearning Market Holds Promise
Key Categories of e-Learning
B. Market Analytics
7.4 EUROPE
A. Market Analysis
Outlook
Overview
Small & Medium Sized Businesses – The Weakest Link
Knowledge Management in Corporate Space
Europe – An Open Market for Education
Partnerships on the Rise
Outsourcing Gains Momentum
American Opportunities in Europe
e-Learning: An Industry Covered Under Digital Tax Regime
Select Regional Markets – An Overview
France – e-Learning Market Gains Notable Momentum
Growth Drivers
United Kingdom
Corporate e-Learning on the Growth Curve
Trends in UK eLearning Market
New Technologies Transform e-Learning Delivery
Blended Learning Programs on the Rise
B. Market Analytics
7.5 ASIA-PACIFIC
A. Market Analysis
An Overview
The eLearning Curve
Corporate e-Learning Holds Significant Growth Potential
Immense Opportunities for Asia
Current Trends
Select Regional Markets – An Overview
Australia
Factors Driving Adoption of eLearning Programs
Digital Education on an Upswing
eLearning in Primary and Secondary Education (K-12)
eLearning in Higher Education
Vocational Education & Training (VET)
Corporate & Government Training Programs
China
Greater Demand for Online Tutoring Platforms and High Mobile Internet Penetration Rates Drives Growth Opportunities in China
Creating Localized e-Learning Content for China
Internet Penetration Rising but Restrictions on Internet Connectivity Play Spoilsport
China’s MOOCs Market on Growth Trajectory
Online Higher Education: On the Growth Curve
Online Vocational Education: A Developing Market
Corporate e-Learning: A Promising Sector
India
Outlook
Government Initiatives to Spur Demand for eLearning in India
eLearning – Opportunities Galore
e-Learning in Higher Education
Growing Significance of eLearning in Corporate Sector
‘Young’ India Holds Promise for e-Learning Market
South Korea
South Korea to Digitize All Textbooks
Thailand
eLearning in Thai Government Sector
Thai Government Initiatives for eLearning
Philippines
Low-Priced off-the-Shelf Products Hold Sway
B. Market Analytics
7.6 REST OF WORLD
A. Market Analysis
Outlook
Select Regional Markets – An Overview
Middle East and Africa
Digitization Initiatives to Shape Growth in Africa
Major Growth Restraints to eLearning
Saudi Arabia – Increasingly Focused on e-Learning
Qatar
United Arab Emirates (UAE)
Latin America
Underdeveloped Traditional Education System Provides Greater Growth Opportunities in Latin America
Brazil
Mexico
B. Market Analytics
8. COMPANY PROFILES
Total Companies Profiled: 329 (including Divisions/Subsidiaries - 340)
The United States (199)
Canada (14)
Europe (90)
France (7)
Germany (9)
The United Kingdom (51)
Italy (2)
Spain (2)
Rest of Europe (19)
Asia-Pacific (Excluding Japan) (27)
Middle East (7)
Africa (3)
Study Reliability and Reporting Limitations
Data Interpretation & Reporting Level
Quantitative Techniques & Analytics
Product Definitions and Scope of Study
e-Learning
Academic e-Learning
Corporate e-Learning
2. OUTLOOK
e-Learning Transforms the Face of Education in the 21st Century
Rapid Internet Penetration Catalyzes Broad Based Growth in the Market
Table 1. Internet Ubiquity, Speed & Bandwidth Explosion Provides the Support Platform for the Proliferation of e-Learning Services: Breakdown of Number of Internet Users (In Million) & Penetration Rates (In %) by Geographic Region for the Year 2017 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
As the Preferred Type of Content for Effective Learner Engagement, Video Use in e-Learning Witnesses Robust Growth
Table 2. Higher User Engagement With Short Videos as Compared to Other Forms of Content Drives the Value of Creating Short But Effective eLearning Video Content: % Engagement Loss by Video Length (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
AR & VR Technologies Take e-Learning to the Next Level in Efficiency Enhancement
Augmented Reality (AR) Makes eLearning More Engaging, Entertaining and Interactive
Virtual Reality (VR) & Wearable Devices Become Prominent Tools in Cost-effective Online Learning & Training
Table 3. Commercial Development of AR & VR Technologies Opens Innovative Ways for Use of AR/VR in e-Learning: Global AR & VR Market (In US$ Million) by Geographic Region for the Years 2018, 2022 & 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Advances in Artificial Intelligence Fuel Adaptive and Personalized eLearning
Table 4. Commercialization of AI Technology Boosts Use of AI in e-Learning to Help Enhance Tutoring Effectiveness & Responsiveness: Global Market for AI-based Hardware, Software and Services (In US$ Million) by Geographic Region for the Years 2018, 2022 and 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Role of Social Media in e-Learning Grows Larger
Social and Collaborative Learning Picks up Momentum Among Companies
Table 5. Expanding Social Presence Will Continue to Play a Central Role in the Integration of Social Networking With Education: Global Number of Social Media Users (In Billion) for the Years 2015, 2018 and 2022 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Technology Innovations Continue to Benefit Market Growth
An Overview of Select Lecture Capture Solutions
Cloud, the Future of e-Learning Application Development & Delivery
Table 6. Myriad Benefits of Cloud for Companies Developing & Customers Using e-Learning Solutions Helps Drive Opportunities for Cloud as the Future of e-Learning Infrastructure Especially Against the Backdrop of Rapid Penetration of Public Cloud Services: Global Public Cloud Services (In US$ Billion) for the Years 2018, 2022 and 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Supportive Government Policies Provide the Foundation for Growth
Emerging Economies Drive Growth in the Market
Web Conferencing Emerges as a Major Collaborative Tool in e-Learning
Table 7. Ubiquity of Conferencing Systems in Enterprises Provides a Ready-Made Platform for Deploying Virtual Classrooms as Part of Corporate e-Learning Initiatives: Global Market for Video, Web & Audio Conferencing Systems and Solutions (In US$ Billion) for the Years 2015, 2018, 2022 & 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Creation of a Personal Learning Environment (PLE), the Most Rewarding Aspect of e-Learning
MOOCs, a Sweet Spot in the e-Learning Market
MOOCs Make Inroads into University Education
Table 8. MOOCs Witness Robust Growth Given its Ability to Deliver Affordable Mass-Scale Distance Education to Students in Disadvantaged Countries: Global Number of MOOC Courses for the Years 2013, 2015, 2017 & 2019 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
m-Learning Emerges to Revolutionize e-Learning
Table 9. Expanding Base of Smartphones & the Ensuing Creation of a Society of Digital Omnivores Creates an Opportunity for e-Learning Service Providers to Accommodate & Engage Mobile-First Learners with m-Learning Functionalities: Global Number of Smartphone Users (In Million) for the Years 2014, 2016, 2018 & 2020 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Developing M-Learning VAS Provides the Support Structure for m-Learning
Apps Critical to the Growth of m-Learning
Select Educational Apps for Teachers and Students
Gamification of Learning, the Most Lucrative Way to Monetize e-Learning
Gamification Eliminates Boredom and Ensures Participation in Traditional Education
Table 10. Gamification of Education & Learning to Pep Up User Participation, Engagement & Loyalty: World Market for Gamification (In US$ Billion) for the Years 2015, 2018 & 2022 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Big Data and Learning Analytics to Drive Personalized Learning Experiences
Academic Sector Remains the Largest Market for e-Learning
Learning Process Enhancements in the Academic Sector Fuels Adoption of e-Learning in Classrooms
Table 11. Growing Technology Appetite of Schools as Measured by Education Technology (Ed-Tech) Spending to Benefit Integration of e-Learning into Traditional Classrooms: K-12 Ed-Tech Platform and Tools Market in the U. S (In US$ Million) for the Years 2018, 2020 and 2022 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Shadow Education Emerges to Drive a Large Chunk of Growth in the Academic/ Educational Sector
Table 12. As One of the Fastest Growing Industries in the World, Shadow Education Offers Attractive Opportunities for Online Tutoring: Global Market for Private Tutoring (In US$ Million) by Geographic Region for the Years 2018, 2022 and 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Growing Student Population Benefits Growth of e-Learning in the Academic Sector
Table 13. Burgeoning World Student Population Expands the Addressable Market Opportunity for e-Learning Technologies: Student Population (In Million) in Select Countries Worldwide for the Year 2018E (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Access to Cheaper Education Drive Enrollments in Distance e-Learning Programs
Table 14. Number of Students Enrolling for Distance Education Continues to Rise Supported by the Many Benefits Offered: Number of Students Enrolled for Distance Education in U. S. Universities (In 000s) for the Years 2013, 2016 & 2018 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Academic eLearning to Leverage the Growing Trend of BYOD in Classrooms
Table 15. e-Learning Rides the BYOD to School Wave, With Smartphone Penetration Being the Highest in the 12+ Age Group of Children & Teens: Smartphone Ownership by Age Group in the U. S for the Year 2018 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Corporate e-Learning, the Fastest & the Most Promising Market in the e-Learning Industry
Changing Labor Market Realities with Worsening Skill Shortages Drives Focus on In-House Corporate Training
Table 16. Focus on In-House Training Amplified by Talent Shortages in the Labor Market & the Indispensability of Succession Planning Drives the Value of Corporate e-Learning: Global Average Per Capita Spending on Workplace Training of Employees (In US$) for the Years 2012, 2015 & 2018 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Proliferation of BYOD Among Enterprises Opens New Avenues for the Growth of Corporate m-Learning
Table 17. Growing Enterprise Spending on BYOD Programs Heightens the Attractiveness of m-Learning Among Enterprises: Global Spending on BYOD (In US$ Billion) for the Years 2017 & 2022 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 18. With the Ability to Provide All of the Benefits of m-Learning, e-Learning on BYOD Devices Makes a Huge Splash on the Corporate Sector: Global Percentage of Company Owned Tablet Phones (In 000 Units) for the Years 2015, 2018, & 2020 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
LMS, a Key Beneficiary of the Focus Shed on In-House Corporate Training
Table 19. Growing Adoption of LMS Drives the Success Rates & Learning Outcomes of Corporate e-Learning: Global Corporate LMS Market (In US$ Billion) for the Years 2018, 2022 and 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Interactive Video-Based Learning to Emerge as a Key Trend in Corporate Training Programs
Microlearning Gains Traction in Corporate eLearning Give its Ability to Align Individual Learning Gaps with Training
Increasing Commoditization of E-Learning Programs Necessitates Service Providers to Adopt Innovative Technologies for Faster Time-to-Market of Services & Content
Key Challenges to Growth
Poor Focus on Strategy
Integrating Diverse Standards
Redundancy and Obsolescence
Lack of Acceptable Management Techniques to Measure Effectiveness
Need to Realign Pedagogy Models
Dependence on Interactive and Compelling Content
Infrastructure Woes Hamper Rapid Proliferation
Rapidly Changing Technological Environment
Absence of Skilled Trainers
Market Outlook
3. E-LEARNING – A CONCEPTUAL OVERVIEW
Definition
Why e-Learning?
Various Levels of e-Learning
Market Classification
Components of e-Learning Solution
Variants of e-Learning Programs
Online Learning
Virtual Classroom
Performance Support System
Rapid eLearning
Mobile Learning
Forms of e-Learning
e-Learning Vendors – An Overview
Content Providers
Service Providers
Technology Providers
4. STANDARDS
Need for Standards
e-Learning: New Standards
Standards in e-Learning – A Categorization
Metadata
Content Packaging
Learner Profiles
Accrediting Organizations & Standards
Advanced Distributed Learning (ADL) Initiative
Instructional Management System Global Learning Consortium (IMS)
Shareable Content Object Reference Model (SCORM)
Tin Can API: The Next-Generation SCORM
Advantages of Tin Can API
Learning Record Store (LRS): Repository of Learning Statements
Aviation Industry Computer-Based Training Committee (AICC)
Institute of Electronics and Electrical Engineering’s Learning Technology Standards Committee (IEEE LTSC)
World Wide Web Consortium
5. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
5.1 Focus on Select Players
Absorb Software Inc. (Canada)
Adobe Systems Inc. (USA)
Aptara Inc. (USA)
Articulate Global, Inc. (USA)
bit media e-Learning Solution Deutschland GmbH (Germany)
Blackboard, Inc. (USA)
Cegos Group SA (France)
Cisco Systems, Inc. (USA)
City & Guilds Kineo (UK)
Cornerstone OnDemand Inc. (USA)
Coursera Inc. (USA)
Desire2Learn Incorporated (Canada)
Docebo (Italy)
edX Inc. (USA)
Fischer, Knoblauch & Co. (Germany)
GetSmarter (South Africa)
HealthStream, Inc. (USA)
Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L. P. (USA)
Hurix Systems Private Ltd. (India)
IMC AG (Germany)
Inspired eLearning, Inc. (USA)
International Business Machines Corporation (USA)
IntraLearn Software Corp. (USA)
Macmillan Learning (USA)
NYIF. com (USA)
Oracle Corp. (USA)
Pearson (USA)
Persona Learning (USA)
SAP SuccessFactors, Inc. (USA)
SkillSoft (USA)
The Ken Blanchard Companies (USA)
The McGraw-Hill Companies (USA)
Trivantis Corp. (USA)
Zenosis Limited (UK)
5.2 Product Innovations/Introductions
B Online Learning Releases SaaS Learning Platform – Birch
Blackboard Releases New, Enhanced, Cloud-Based Version of CourseSites
Oracle Unveils New Oracle LaunchPad Online Learning Platform
AllenComm Launches DesignLab and Siteline
Sidel Introduces e-Learning Portal
Navis Launches MACS3 E-Learning Programme
BASF Launches BASF eLearning, Online Training Courses
SGS Launches e-Learning Programs
Baker McKenzie Link Launches GDPR Focused New e-Learning Program
eLearning Brothers and The Game Agency Releases The Training Arcade
SkyPrep Launches BoostHQ
Phonak Launches e-Learning Platform for Hearing Care Professionals
5.3 Recent Industry Activity
LTG Announces the Merger of PeopleFluent and NetDimensions
Saba and Vector Capital to Acquire Lumesse
Vector Solutions Acquires Casino Essentials and ICGIP
Blackboard Announces Rebrand of SaaS Open-Source LMS
Moody’s Acquires Omega Performance
eThink Education Partners with Partner in Publishing
University of Phoenix Expands Partnership with Blackboard for e-Learning System
Stage Fund Acquires iQity Software
Degreed Acquires Pathgather
Microsoft Buys Flipgrid
McGraw-Hill Education Collaborates with Copia Interactive
Skillsoft Partners with Shine Learning to Upskill the Millennial Workforce
Ebix to Acquire a Majority Stake in Smartclass
RedShelf Collaborates with McGraw-Hill Education for Inclusive Access Programs
Springer Nature Purchases iversity
FutureLearn Partners with NYIF for Courses on Mergers and Acquisitions
ProBility Acquires Cranbury International
NIIT Collaborates with Cornerstone OnDemand
Callidus Acquires Learning Heroes
NELSON to Acquire McGraw-Hill Ryerson’s K-12 Business
eLearning Brothers Buys Media
Relias Learning to Acquire spm GmbH
Blackboard Partners with Chalk. com to Deliver Best-In-Class Digital gradebook
Skillsoft Partners with IBM for IT Learning Content
6. GLOBAL MARKET PERSPECTIVE
Table 20. World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for eLearning by Geographic Region - US, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan) and Rest of World Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Revenue Figures in US$ Million for Years 2016 through 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 21. World Historic Review for eLearning by Geographic Region - US, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan) and Rest of World Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Revenue Figures in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 22. World 14-Year Perspective for eLearning by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Revenues for US, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan) and Rest of World Markets for Years 2011, 2018, and 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 23. World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Academic eLearning by Geographic Region - US, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan) and Rest of World Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Revenue Figures in US$ Million for Years 2016 through 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 24. World Historic Review for Academic eLearning by Geographic Region - US, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan) and Rest of World Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Revenue Figures in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 25. World 14-Year Perspective for Academic eLearning by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Revenues for US, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan) and Rest of World Markets for Years 2011, 2018, and 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 26. World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Corporate eLearning by Geographic Region - US, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan) and Rest of World Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Revenue Figures in US$ Million for Years 2016 through 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 27. World Historic Review for Corporate eLearning by Geographic Region - US, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan) and Rest of World Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Revenue Figures in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 28. World 14-Year Perspective for Corporate eLearning by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Revenues for US, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan) and Rest of World Markets for Years 2011, 2018, and 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
7. REGIONAL MARKET PERSPECTIVE
7.1 THE UNITED STATES
A. Market Analysis
Outlook
Market Overview
Corporate e-Learning Market
Online Learning: Increasing Role in Higher Education
The PAR Framework to Online Learning Receives New Grant
Self-Paced eLearning Market
Strong Growth Characterizes PreK-12 & Higher Education
Virtual Schools & Homeschooling Drive Demand for e-Learning Products
B. Market Analytics
Table 29. The US Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for eLearning by Segment - Academic eLearning and Corporate eLearning Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Revenue Figures in US$ Million for Years 2016 through 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 30. The US Historic Review for eLearning by Segment - Academic eLearning and Corporate eLearning Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Revenue Figures in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 31. The US 14-Year Perspective for eLearning by Segment - Percentage Breakdown of Annual Revenues for Academic eLearning and Corporate eLearning Markets for Years 2011, 2018, and 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Corporate e-Learning Market
Table 32. The US Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Corporate eLearning by Category - Course, Infrastructure and Service Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Revenue Figures in US$ Million for Years 2016 through 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 33. The US Historic Review for Corporate eLearning by Category - Course, Infrastructure and Service Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Revenue Figures in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 34. The US 14-Year Perspective for Corporate eLearning by Category - Percentage Breakdown of Annual Revenues for Course, Infrastructure and Service Markets for Years 2011, 2018, and 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
7.2 CANADA
A. Market Analysis
Outlook
Market Overview
‘Flipping the Classroom’ Movement
Modest Penetration of Online and Blended Learning
Popularity of GAFE
Need for Long-Term Strategy in Education Sector
B. Market Analytics
Table 35. Canadian Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for eLearning Market by Segment - Academic eLearning and Corporate eLearning Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Revenue Figures in US$ Million for Years 2016 through 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 36. Canadian Historic Review for eLearning Market by Segment - Academic eLearning and Corporate eLearning Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Revenue Figures in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 37. Canadian 14-Year Perspective for eLearning Market by Segment - Percentage Breakdown of Annual Revenues for Academic eLearning and Corporate eLearning Markets for Years 2011, 2018, and 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
7.3 JAPAN
A. Market Analysis
Outlook
e-Learning Market Continues to Gain Traction
Language e-Learning – Market Overview
Corporate Sector Drives eLearning Market
Corporate eLearning Market Holds Promise
Key Categories of e-Learning
B. Market Analytics
Table 38. Japanese Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for eLearning Market by Segment - Academic eLearning and Corporate eLearning Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Revenue Figures in US$ Million for Years 2016 through 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 39. Japanese Historic Review for eLearning Market by Segment - Academic eLearning and Corporate eLearning Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Revenue Figures in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 40. Japanese 14-Year Perspective for eLearning Market by Segment - Percentage Breakdown of Annual Revenues for Academic eLearning and Corporate eLearning Markets for Years 2011, 2018, and 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
7.4 EUROPE
A. Market Analysis
Outlook
Overview
Small & Medium Sized Businesses – The Weakest Link
Knowledge Management in Corporate Space
Europe – An Open Market for Education
Partnerships on the Rise
Outsourcing Gains Momentum
American Opportunities in Europe
e-Learning: An Industry Covered Under Digital Tax Regime
Select Regional Markets – An Overview
France – e-Learning Market Gains Notable Momentum
Growth Drivers
United Kingdom
Corporate e-Learning on the Growth Curve
Trends in UK eLearning Market
New Technologies Transform e-Learning Delivery
Blended Learning Programs on the Rise
B. Market Analytics
Table 41. European Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for eLearning Market by Geographic Region - France, Germany, Italy, UK, Spain and Rest of Europe Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Revenue Figures in US$ Million for Years 2016 through 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 42. European Historic Review for eLearning Market by Geographic Region - France, Germany, Italy, UK, Spain and Rest of Europe Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Revenue Figures in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 43. European 14-Year Perspective for eLearning Market by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Annual Revenues for France, Germany, Italy, UK, Spain and Rest of Europe Markets for Years 2011, 2018, and 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 44. European Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for eLearning Market by Segment - Academic eLearning and Corporate eLearning Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Revenue Figures in US$ Million for Years 2016 through 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 45. European Historic Review for eLearning Market by Segment - Academic eLearning and Corporate eLearning Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Revenue Figures in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 46. European 14-Year Perspective for eLearning Market by Segment - Percentage Breakdown of Annual Revenues for Academic eLearning and Corporate eLearning Markets for Years 2011, 2018, and 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
7.5 ASIA-PACIFIC
A. Market Analysis
An Overview
The eLearning Curve
Corporate e-Learning Holds Significant Growth Potential
Immense Opportunities for Asia
Current Trends
Select Regional Markets – An Overview
Australia
Factors Driving Adoption of eLearning Programs
Digital Education on an Upswing
eLearning in Primary and Secondary Education (K-12)
eLearning in Higher Education
Vocational Education & Training (VET)
Corporate & Government Training Programs
China
Greater Demand for Online Tutoring Platforms and High Mobile Internet Penetration Rates Drives Growth Opportunities in China
Creating Localized e-Learning Content for China
Internet Penetration Rising but Restrictions on Internet Connectivity Play Spoilsport
China’s MOOCs Market on Growth Trajectory
Online Higher Education: On the Growth Curve
Online Vocational Education: A Developing Market
Corporate e-Learning: A Promising Sector
India
Outlook
Government Initiatives to Spur Demand for eLearning in India
eLearning – Opportunities Galore
e-Learning in Higher Education
Growing Significance of eLearning in Corporate Sector
‘Young’ India Holds Promise for e-Learning Market
South Korea
South Korea to Digitize All Textbooks
Thailand
eLearning in Thai Government Sector
Thai Government Initiatives for eLearning
Philippines
Low-Priced off-the-Shelf Products Hold Sway
B. Market Analytics
Table 47. Asia-Pacific Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for eLearning Market by Geographic Region - China, India and Rest of Asia-Pacific Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Revenue Figures in US$ Million for Years 2016 through 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 48. Asia-Pacific Historic Review for eLearning Market by Geographic Region - China, India and Rest of Asia-Pacific Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Revenue Figures in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 49. Asia-Pacific 14-Year Perspective for eLearning Market by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Annual Revenues for China, India and Rest of Asia-Pacific Markets for Years 2011, 2018, and 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 50. Asia-Pacific Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for eLearning Market by Segment - Academic eLearning and Corporate eLearning Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Revenue Figures in US$ Million for Years 2016 through 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 51. Asia-Pacific Historic Review for eLearning Market by Segment - Academic eLearning and Corporate eLearning Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Revenue Figures in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 52. Asia-Pacific 14-Year Perspective for eLearning Market by Segment - Percentage Breakdown of Annual Revenues for Academic eLearning and Corporate eLearning Markets for Years 2011, 2018, and 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
7.6 REST OF WORLD
A. Market Analysis
Outlook
Select Regional Markets – An Overview
Middle East and Africa
Digitization Initiatives to Shape Growth in Africa
Major Growth Restraints to eLearning
Saudi Arabia – Increasingly Focused on e-Learning
Qatar
United Arab Emirates (UAE)
Latin America
Underdeveloped Traditional Education System Provides Greater Growth Opportunities in Latin America
Brazil
Mexico
B. Market Analytics
Table 53. Rest of World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for eLearning Market by Segment - Academic eLearning and Corporate eLearning Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Revenue Figures in US$ Million for Years 2016 through 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 54. Rest of World Historic Review for eLearning Market by Segment - Academic eLearning and Corporate eLearning Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Revenue Figures in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 55. Rest of World 14-Year Perspective for eLearning Market by Segment - Percentage Breakdown of Annual Revenues for Academic eLearning and Corporate eLearning Markets for Years 2011, 2018, and 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
8. COMPANY PROFILES
Total Companies Profiled: 329 (including Divisions/Subsidiaries - 340)
The United States (199)
Canada (14)
Europe (90)
France (7)
Germany (9)
The United Kingdom (51)
Italy (2)
Spain (2)
Rest of Europe (19)
Asia-Pacific (Excluding Japan) (27)
Middle East (7)
Africa (3)