Reading I: Online Synchronous Tools
During the past several years, there has been an explosion of web-enabled technologies which allow live collaboration and presentation. These technologies include the following general tools:
- video conferencing
- real-time text chat or instant messaging
- whiteboards
- application sharing
- survey and polling tools
- moderating controls
A general advantage of such tools is that they allow participants to feel a similar sense of community that they would in a traditional course, and to get instant feedback for their questions or ideas. In addition, synchronous tools are very high on the "bells and whistle" factor and thus, they look impressive. Disadvantages include cost, accessibility, the fear factor, and the inconvenience to students of having to meet at a certain time.
In this module, we will explore live voice chats and live Webinar tools.
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