Although today's students as a whole are more technologically literate than ever before, many are technophobes who find the Internet confusing and intimidating. The Web allows greater teaching access to students all over the globe, as classroom sizes are not restricted. This means that tutors do not have to repeat lectures, saving time and money. Increase student skills Tutors can encourage students to explore the Web with the goal of having them weigh evidence, judge the authenticity of data, compare different viewpoints on issues, analyse sources of information, and construct their own understanding of the topic or issue at hand. By doing so, tutors will be well on their way to having students develop critical thinking and problem solving skills.
Tutors also have the opportunity to develop their skills, such as collaborative skills with the Web.
This can be done by structuring projects where members are in different locations and all have a common goal or problem to solve. Flexibility Tutors will also have the opportunity to be flexible with teaching. They can deliver their teaching material from home or other destinations where there is the sufficient software and hardware. This is valuable for tutors who are disabled or have difficulty in travelling. The Tutor does not know who is in the classroom in any given time, which makes monitoring progress and deadlines being maintained difficult.