ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATIONS IN EDUCATION: FROM DISTANCE LEARNING TO ONLINE RESOURCES

The article is devoted to the study of the role of electronic communications in the transformation of the educational process in the context of digitalization and globalization.Key technologies, such as learning management systems (LMS), cloud services, video conferencing and artificial intelligence tools, are considered, which provide new opportunities for distance learning and online resources.Current trends in financing online education, its development until 2027 and its importance for ensuring the accessibility of knowledge are analyzed.Particular attention is paid to the development of specialized platforms, in particular startups, which focus on adaptive learning models and professional certification.The article focuses on the impact of globalization on the development of electronic communications in education, which ensure the adaptation of educational processes to modern challenges.The implementation of innovative technologies, such as artificial intelligence (AI) and virtual reality (VR/AR), which form interactive and personalized learning environments, is analyzed in detail.Examples of leading platforms that have become drivers of change are considered, in particular Coursera, Khan Academy and Duolingo, as well as their importance for the development of professional competencies in the digital age.The conclusion is made that electronic communications are not only a means of learning, but also a tool for increasing the efficiency of educational process management and expanding access to knowledge on a global scale.Prospects for further research in the field of electronic communications are identified, aimed at integrating technologies into traditional educational structures and developing inclusive access to education for all segments of the population.The article also reveals the importance of a powerful digital infrastructure for the effective implementation of innovations in the field of education.The root causes of the emergence of electronic communications, their evolution and prospects for further development of technologies in 2027-2028 are highlighted.The key challenges and opportunities that electronic communications provide in the modern educational ecosystem are highlighted.The potential of new technologies for increasing the inclusiveness of education and global integration of knowledge is outlined.