Asynchronous Vs Synchronous Learning

November 25, 2020

Strengths And Weaknesses Of Asynchronous Learning

Discussing the ways that asynchronous courses can be the best choice for some students, but also considering situations where this style of learning is very difficult for others.

by Alissa Thorell

September 13, 2020

Is It Time To Ditch Synchronous Classes?

Are live classes still worth it or should they be avoided? Are recorded classes the better option?

by Anand Vardhan Tiwary

July 24, 2020

(The Right) Learning Modalities To Deliver Digital Learning: Part 5

This article will help you blend asynchronous and synchronous elements in your online courses. This is the final article in the series on using digital modalities and includes important insights on "how" to best combine them.

by Patti Shank, PhD

June 24, 2020

Live Online Training Vs. Standard Online Training Courses

If you are looking at online training courses and are not sure if live or standard courses would be best for you, read on.

by Anna Preston

April 13, 2020

(The Right) Learning Modalities To Deliver Digital Learning: Part 2

This article describes the importance of content and social interactions using asynchronous (self-paced) and synchronous (live learning) tools. It offers an evidence-informed analysis of the main benefits and limitations of asynchronous and synchronous eLearning for better blending.

by Patti Shank, PhD

November 3, 2018

Utilizing eBooks And Big Data For Learning And Research

Digital books are soon to be the new mining sites for developers. Findings from data analytics will soon produce invaluable commerce.

by Lushawn Collier

May 2, 2018

3 Surefire Tips Τo Get Asynchronous Learning Right

Training managers can benefit from the tips mentioned in this article to help them with planning their approach to asynchronous learning programs.

by Ayesha Habeeb Omer, Ph.D

October 15, 2013

Benefits of Synchronous and Asynchronous e-Learning

Online learning environments are becoming more frequent in teaching and learning than ever before (Bonk & Zhang, 2006; Er, Özden, & Arifoglu, 2009; Skylar, 2009). Synchronous and asynchronous learning technologies are the two most common online learning types (Hrastinski, 2008; Er et al., 2009; Simonson, Smaldino, Albright, & Zvacek, 2012). The purpose of this article is to discuss the advantages of using both synchronous and asynchronous technologies in an online learning environment.

by Michael Higley

August 28, 2012

Top 5 Tips To Convert Your Traditional Course Into An eLearning Format

Several eLearning professionals in the eLearning industry want to convert their f2f courses into an eLearning format. However, some of them do the same mistake again and again: they simply move their content such as PowerPoint presentations, videos, audios, and documents to a Learning Management System using an eLearning Content Authoring tool. In my opinion, they have just converted their traditional courses to an electronic format. In this article I'll present the top 5 tips to convert your face to face courses into an eLearning format.

by Christopher Pappas