Building Efficient E-Learning Environment for Supporting the Promotion of Lifelong Learning and Knowledge Acquisition

The paper describes an approach to the development of e-learning environment used within the Phare 2003 – Economic and Social Cohesion – Lifelong learning programme aimed at increasing the management proficiency levels in medium and small size enterprises through improvement of their knowledge and skills required for e-business applications. The paper begins with the description of the identified structural problems of Slovenian regions, continues with the description of e-learning model, based on blended learning methodology and e-learning environment structure used. Finally, the paper goes into details of design principles and approach of e-learning process performance and ends with a discussion of the overall results and conclusion remarks. The project was part of the Phare 2003 Lifelong program, funded by EU Commission. Key-Words: e-learning, e-learning environment, course design, e-learning resources, e-business courses