ABSTRACT
Before we consider authentic e-learning, it is necessary to clarify what we mean by authentic learning per se. For authentic learning to occur, learners must be engaged in an inventive and realistic task that provides opportunities for complex collaborative activities. Many of the best teachers provide exactly this type of learning experience for their students without necessarily thinking of it as authentic. When asked to recall their most memorable learning experiences from their undergraduate studies, adults often mention the authentic tasks their teachers challenged them to complete, such as conducting a real-world survey or researching local history.
