Understanding Self-Paced vs Instructor-Led courses
Understanding Self-Paced vs Instructor-Led courses
EBC Learning offers two main types of courses: Self-Paced and Instructor-Led.
Both are designed to help you build legal knowledge and practice-ready skills, but they differ in structure and delivery.
Self-Paced Courses
- On-demand learning: Access anytime, anywhere.
- Flexible progress: Learn at your own speed and revisit lessons as needed.
- Subscription-based: Available through individual or institutional subscriptions.
- Course levels: Offered at Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced.
- Best for: Learners who prefer independent study and flexibility.
Instructor-Led Courses
- Cohort-based learning: Courses start and end on specific dates.
- Live sessions: Includes scheduled classes delivered via video conferencing.
- Flipped classroom model: Review course materials before live discussions and activities.
- Registration required: You must sign up separately for each Instructor-Led Course.
- Course library access: Many include temporary access to the full course library during the program.
- Best for: Learners who value interaction, structure, and guided learning.
Key Differences at a Glance
Feature | Self-Paced Courses | Instructor-Led Courses |
|---|---|---|
Schedule | Learn anytime, at your own pace | Fixed start and end dates |
Interaction | Independent learning | Live classes with instructors |
Flexibility | High | Moderate (must follow schedule) |
Registration | Included with subscription | Separate registration required |
Library Access | Ongoing with subscription | Often included for course duration |
Which should you choose?
- Choose Self-Paced if you want flexibility and prefer to learn independently.
- Choose Instructor-Led if you learn best with live interaction, structure, and peer collaboration.
Both formats are designed to complement each other — you can mix and match depending on your learning goals.
Updated on: 22/08/2025
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