Distance learning/e-learning takes the subtle nuances of actual person-to-person interaction out of the learning process.
There is much to be learned about a student by actually observing subtle cues from body language that is not necessarily possible and limited to interpretation of facial expression.
That being said, the comfort and eustress provided by learning and being taught in the comfortable confines of one's own home (dependent upon the interaction and skill of the instructor) can very well be conducive to comprehension, engagement and academic success.
