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Rosenberg, M. (2001) e-Learning: Strategies for delivering knowledge in the digital age. McGraw-Hill, p. 29

“Finally, we do a disservice to the advancement of e-learning by referring it as ‘alternate learning’ or ‘alternate delivery.’ Some people associate the work ‘alternate’ with ‘second-rate’ or ‘substitute,’ or to refer to a classroom equivalent. It can also be construed as describing a temporary or less optimal situation.”

This is the occasion where “subtle saboteurs” can wreak havoc on an e-learning initiative. This can be prompted by fear of being replaced, unwillingness to change, or perhaps a not-so-subtle attack. Even the well-intentioned commiseration of a faculty member to a student can be an undermining factor. If you hear this, “I know! I would not have put that particular course online,” then, you have a “subtle saboteur.”