Analysis of Online study and face-to face classroom instructions in current educational context in Indonesia

Self-paced learning through online study is regarded as a prominent way in elevating students’ independence in learning process. Through online learning, students are expected to become autonomous individuals who are able to make choices based on rational reflections and having a strong sense of personal values and beliefs. At the end, those values would be critical added attributes that potential employers seek from their future employees. This paper is aimed at investigating the core values that online learning program offers. The paper also scrutinizes challenges and opportunities of online learning at higher education institutions in Indonesia.