In this week’s class, we discussed the difference between asynchronous and synchronous classes; and which types of learning each one supports.
Asynchronous means the teacher and learners engage with the class content at different times. It could be a pre-recorded video of a lesson or presentation. The advantage of this learning method is that students will be able to study at any time they want. If a student has one asynchronous class, then the student is allowed to choose any time to watch or participate in the class.
Synchronous means the teacher and learners engage with the class content at the same time. As same as face-to-face class, students are required to attend and participate in class at the assigned time. This method has given students and teachers opportunities to engage and interact with each other, it is also a better way to build relationships within your class.
Depends on the personal situation, both asynchronous and synchronous classes could be suitable as a better learning method. Especially this year, every educator has been looking for a better way of teaching online classes; as technology involves, we need to modify and improve our teaching strategies to deliver a better learning experience to our students.
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