Navigate 1.1.1 Delineating Between Synchronous and Asynchronous Content

I created a simple chart showing some of the differences between synchronous and asynchronous learning.

Synchronous Asynchronous

Same time	Different times
Positives: real-life involved interactive communication instant feedback immediacy	Positives: extra time for thought flexibility easily accessible technology like email
Negatives: labor intensive for instructors technology glitches and malfunctions not as flexible often uses “newer” technology	Negatives: independent study lack of immediacy slower feedback
Tools: text phone video conferencing (eg. Skype) virtual classroom (eg. Blackboard)	Tools: email discussion boards/forums e-portfolios wikis/blogs