Delivery of the learning material

Before choosing the right delivery option we have to consider the way of communication.

Learning formatDefinitionThe way of communication
Asynchronous
  • The participants (teacher and students) are separated in space and time
  • Self-pace elearning with a recorded learning material. Sometimes mentor or tutor helps. The students can decide on the style of elearning and the entry point (carrying out a test to assess the prior knowledge). They can skip the chapters they have already known. This way the learning path can be tailored, personalized.
  • Blog
  • Forum
  • Mail
  • Wiki (shared editing of a content)
  • Personal profile and portfolio
Synchronous The teacher holds online lessons, in a virtual classroom. The students study at the same time, but separately. The schedule is given.
  • Chat
  • Skype
Blended Lesson in a classroom, fortified with elearning tools. It remains personal, interactive and allows to differentiate the students.
  • Live chat, consultation
  • Wiki

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