Analysis of Synchronous and Asynchronous E-Learning Environments

DOI

10.2991/jimec-18.2018.58How to use a DOI?

Keywords

E-Learning, Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs), Synchronous e-learning, Asynchronous e-learning, Communication tools

Abstract

Global interest in e-learning is growing rapidly. This paper analyzes the distinctive synchronous and asynchronous e-learning environments and modes and their communication tools. The research question is whether an asynchronous model could be totally replaced by a synchronous model or a blend of the two better facilitates learning? The study examined distinctive communication tools alongside their uses and shortcomings. In addition, it used survey research to collect the perceptions of students on their experiences on online courses at Illinois State University, USA. The population of the study comprises of 38 students, who have prior experiences with synchronous and asynchronous e-learning courses and computer-mediated discussions. Based on the findings, the researcher proposes a blend of synchronous and asynchronous e-learning patterns and their communication tools to devise a supreme environment for e-learning.

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© 2019, the Authors. Published by Atlantis Press.

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This is an open access article distributed under the CC BY-NC license (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/).

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TY  - CONF
AU  - Haiyan Xie
AU  - Wenfang Liu
AU  - Jahanvi Bhairma
AU  - Euysup shim
PY  - 2018/12
DA  - 2018/12
TI  - Analysis of Synchronous and Asynchronous E-Learning Environments
BT  - Proceedings of the 2018 3rd Joint International Information Technology，Mechanical and Electronic Engineering Conference (JIMEC 2018)
PB  - Atlantis Press
SP  - 270
EP  - 274
SN  - 2589-4943
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DO  - 10.2991/jimec-18.2018.58
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