E-Learning Provocateur

SEPTEMBER 16, 2013

We have asynchronous tools such as online discussion forums, synchronous tools such as instant messaging, and semi-synchronous tools such as Twitter. To add voice to the conversation we can use teleconferencing or VoIP. Of course, peer-to-peer interaction isn’t a novel concept in e-learning.

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Synchronous Asynchronous VOIP Blended Learning 213

Clive on Learning

JULY 27, 2006

Text chat would not be many learners' medium of choice for synchronous communication with their group during a course. and an audio dimension (VOIP or acccompanying teleconference). Teleconferencing or instant messaging with VOIP. Text chat using a chat room or instant messaging.

VOIP 40

VOIP Instant Messaging Synchronous Trust 40

Clive on Learning

NOVEMBER 28, 2007

What caught my attention was how this 25-30% was made up, with about 2/3 asynchronous (self-paced) and 1/3 synchronous (live/real-time), although the majority of the non-e-learning elements are synchronous as well, using the traditional classroom. Synchronous communication is speedy and responsive; it gets things done right away.

Virtual Classroom 40

Virtual Classroom Communication Asynchronous Blended Learning 40