Virtual Learning Virtual learning allows students to connect, interact, share and learn with others outside of their classroom and school using virtual conferencing tools such as Polycom, Adobe Connect, Microsoft Lync and Skype. The benefits of virtual learning education A virtual learning evaluation undertaken by the Department concluded that an expansion of virtual learning opportunities can provide solutions to some intractable education issues and contribute to schools improving their effectiveness in preparing students for working and living in an increasing globalised and interconnected world. Once virtual learning is brought to scale, and there is a deeper understanding of the learning and teaching practices associated with this learning approach, it can contribute substantially to solving the issues of: restricted curriculum provision – by giving all students access to the full range of curriculum and to an ever-expanding range of enrichment activitie