**19. Status of the online course revolution**

Online courses were less common before the revolution in educational technology, but they have grown immensely in popularity since the outbreak of the COVID-19 epidemic. In 2018, pre-Covid, Palvia et al. [9] wrote that the online course revolution was still in its infancy, and new advancements and strategies were constantly being created. Online courses were becoming more widely accepted and were being provided by more universities and academies due to the changes in educational technology [9]. Online courses were first made widely accessible to everyone during this period. More people could now access online courses after the breakthrough in educational technology. The number of online courses is now far greater than before

the COVID-19 epidemic. Online courses are more popular than ever because many work from home, and the variety and quality of these course offerings have increased significantly over time. As more people become aware of the advantages of online learning, this trend is likely to continue.
