scholarly journals BLENDED ONLINE LEARNING: COMBINING THE STRENGTHS OF SYNCHRONOUS AND ASYNCHRONOUS ONLINE LEARNING IN EFL CONTEXT

2021 ◽  
Vol 18 (2) ◽  
pp. 174
Author(s):  
Ni Made Wahyu Suganti Cahyani ◽  
Ni Komang Arie Suwastini ◽  
Gede Rasben Dantes ◽  
I Gusti Agung Sri Rwa Jayantini ◽  
I Gusti Ayu Agung Dian Susanthi
Keyword(s):  
Online Learning ◽  
Student Interactions ◽  
Student Centered ◽  
Teacher Student ◽  
Synchronous Learning ◽  
Asynchronous Online Learning ◽  
Learning Modes ◽  
Blended Online Learning ◽  
Using Data ◽  
Review Model

The ubiquitous use of digital technology brings the inevitability of online learning and its varying degree of teacher-student interactions, both in synchronous and asynchronous online learning modes. This present study reviews the strength and weaknesses of the two online learning modes to propose the use of blended online learning as the combination that harvests the strengths of asynchronous and synchronous modes of online learning with the opportunity to cover each other's weaknesses. The recent study employed Aveyard's literature review model as a method for gaining a comprehensive understanding of a specific topic using data and arguments from previous studies. Thirty-six articles published in reputable international journals or accredited national journals published in 2015-2020 were used. This review revealed that blended online learning combines the strengths of synchronous and synchronous learning in terms of authentic learning activities, flexibility, access, interaction, development of critical thinking, comprehension, and mastery, and student-centered nature of the learning. However, it still retains challenges in terms of network and connection issues from both online learning modes. This finding implies that blended learning can be the middle-ground to facilitate online learning with benefits from both synchronous and asynchronous online modes by minimizing the students’ exposure to the weaknesses from the two modes.

scholarly journals Synchronous and Asynchronous E-Learning Modes: Strategies, Methods, Objectives

2021 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
pp. 19-27
Author(s):  
Olha Volodymyrivna Berestok ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Distance Education ◽  
Online Learning ◽  
Distance Learning ◽  
Learning Environments ◽  
English Language ◽  
Educational Process ◽  
Asynchronous Online Learning ◽  
E Learning ◽  
Ict Tools ◽  
Learning Modes

The article deals with the main strategies, methods and objectives of synchronous and asynchronous E-Learning Modes from a scientific and practical point of view. A detailed description of the synchronous and asynchronous online-learning at different historical stages is presented. The task of the distance education in light of the trends of modern society and its role in the implementation of professional and social aspirations of an student is shown. The basic problems of contemporary ICT, the difference and peculiarities of the synchronous and asynchronous methods of e-communication are determined. The general tendencies, content, sources, means, forms and methods of ICT implementation in terms of strict quarantine circumstances are highlighted. Certain ICT tools implemented by higher educational establishments to provide distance learning in the educational institutions are defined. The key ways of overcoming the contradictions that arise in the path of self-improvement of a student in the present are called. The application of ICT tools by the teaching staff as an essential and effective instrument to modernize the educational process is emphasized. Online-learning environments, namely synchronous and asynchronous ones, essential to provide distance education, are mentioned. Various forms of interaction involved in synchronous and asynchronous modes are pointed out. The current practices of synchronous and asynchronous e-learning/teaching in English language are established. The results of the case study of the effectiveness of a/synchronous environments towards better English language learning are evaluated. The analysis of the strategy used in distance learning is presented. The leading instruments and tools for synchronous and asynchronous online-learning are stressed on. The description of "high degree of interactivity" between participants who are separated from each other geographically and in time by asynchronous learning environments is provided. The basic measures for the introduction of distance learning technologies in the educational institution, which do not contradict the principles of pedagogy, but supplement and promote the development of the process of education, are formulated. The preferences of students as for methods used during remote education are noted. Basic challenges for teachers, institutions, and students, provided by both synchronous and asynchronous modes of distance learning, are described.

scholarly journals Unbundling teaching and learning in a flipped thermal physics classroom in higher education powered by emerging innovative technology

2021 ◽  
pp. 102-112
Author(s):  
Hui-Chun Hung ◽  
Shelley Shwu-Ching Young
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Online Learning ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Learning Performance ◽  
Innovative Technology ◽  
Flipped Learning ◽  
Thermal Physics ◽  
Face To Face ◽  
Learning Modes ◽  
Blended Online Learning

The emergence of open online courses and flipped classrooms has brought new opportunities to unbundle the traditional university. This study aimed to investigate a thermal physics classroom integrated with an open online learning mode to afford various learning strategies for students in Taiwan. Moreover, we examined students' preferred learning modes by adopting a quasi-experimental design with questionnaires, pre-test and post-test scores, self-reported journals and interviews. A total of 89 students participated in the study. The instructor allowed all students enrolled in the class to choose their own preferred learning modes. All students had full access to all course materials in both open online course and traditional face-to-face learning contexts throughout the whole semester. We examined the learners' academic performance in each learning mode and surveyed their perceptions of the course. The findings of this study indicate that information technology can transform teaching and learning in a thermal physics classroom and challenge the instructor to tailor the course to meet students' diverse needs. Significantly, students adopted five learning modes, consisting of face-to-face, web facilitated, alternative blended, online learning and flipped learning. This study provides a valuable reference on how traditional on-campus higher education institutions could be unbundled to create student-centred learning approaches.   Implications for practice or policy: Educators could design a flexible delivery model, allowing students to choose five learning modes, consisting of face-to-face, web facilitated, alternative blended, online learning and flipped learning in terms of their learning style and time management. For students with sufficient background knowledge, the flipped learning mode provides the best learning performance. This study could provide administrators, educators and instructors with insights and new approaches in science, technology, engineering and mathematics education and improvements in their course policies.

scholarly journals Augmented Reality (AR) in Physics Learning: Opportunities to Improve Teacher and Student Interaction in Online Learning

2021 ◽  
Vol 4 (2) ◽  
pp. 145-157
Author(s):  
Siti Nurhasanah ◽  
Abdurrahman Abdurrahman ◽  
Doni Andra ◽  
Kartini Herlina
Keyword(s):  
Online Learning ◽  
Augmented Reality ◽  
Learning Experience ◽  
Student Interaction ◽  
Student Interactions ◽  
Effective Learning ◽  
Teacher Student ◽  
Teacher Student Interactions ◽  
Teachers And Students ◽  
Data Collection Technique

This study aims to describe the views of teachers and students in Islamic schools regarding Augmented Reality (AR) assisted learning to facilitate student involvement in learning, as well as increase teacher-student interactions in the learning process during the Covid-19 pandemic. This study uses a mixed method with a qualitative-quantitative explanatory design. The data collection technique used a questionnaire involving 31 respondents, 3 teachers, and 3 students as resource persons in three Islamic high schools in Lampung Province. The results of the study show that AR-assisted methods have the potential to increase teacher-student interaction by implementing a Learning Management System (LMS) that suits their needs and learning facilities. The results also show that AR provides an effective learning experience, because it displays 3D images so that it is easily accepted by students and makes students interested in learning during online learning. Therefore, the use of AR in learning has the opportunity to increase learning interactions between teachers and students.

scholarly journals How elementary school teachers organized online learning during the Covid-19 Pandemic?

2021 ◽  
Vol 13 (3) ◽  
pp. 437-449
Author(s):  
Herwin Herwin ◽  
Agung Hastomo ◽  
Bambang Saptono ◽  
Amalia Rizki Ardiansyah ◽  
Setiawan Edi Wibowo
Keyword(s):  
Elementary School ◽  
Online Learning ◽  
Elementary School Teachers ◽  
Phenomenological Approach ◽  
Asynchronous Learning ◽  
Research Subjects ◽  
School Teachers ◽  
Student Centered ◽  
Student Centered Learning ◽  
Synchronous Learning

This study aims to analyze the organization of online learning from teachers during the Covid-19 pandemic. This research is a qualitative research with a phenomenological approach. The research subjects were elementary school teachers. Data were collected through interviews and documentation. Data analysis is done through data condensation, data presentation and verification. The results show that online learning is based on a simplified curriculum with the selection of essential competencies that are considered very important to be conveyed to students. The lesson plans are arranged in a simpler way with sections that always appear, namely learning objectives, learning activities and assessments. Synchronous learning relies more on Zoom. Asynchronous learning variations are carried out with Google Classroom to form independent and student-centered learning. Strengthening student understanding is done by providing feedback through the WhatsApp application because it is considered more flexible, responds quickly, is simple and easy to run on students' smartphones.   Keywords: Covid-19 Pandemic, elementary school, online learning

THOUGHT-LEADERS IN ASYNCHRONOUS ONLINE LEARNING ENVIRONMENTS

2012 ◽  
Vol 16 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Jim Waters
Keyword(s):  
Online Learning ◽  
Student Perceptions ◽  
Leadership Behaviors ◽  
Online Discussion ◽  
Emergent Leadership ◽  
Discussion Boards ◽  
Student Interactions ◽  
Asynchronous Online Learning ◽  
Thought Leaders

The growth of online learning has exposed fundamental gaps in our knowledge, both theoretical and pragmatic. This research investigated some questions of the role of emergent leaders in online leaning and the influence of different behaviors. Firstly are there any common factors that identify thought-leaders? Secondly does the presence of thought-leaders affect student perceptions of online discussion? Finally it addressed the question of perceived influence vs. actual influence. Student interactions in Asynchronous Online Discussion boards were analyzed and student backgrounds and perceptions gathered. Clear patterns of strong emergent leadership behaviors were evident in the majority of courses. Thought-leaders could be distinguished from non-thought-leaders from both their professional backgrounds and the role-behaviors they exhibited. Student perceptions of peers as thought-leaders were highly influenced by factors such as the extent to which students could bring in relevant professional experience into the discussions.

scholarly journals Pelatihan Mendesain Pembelajaran Daring Menarik Selama Pandemi Covid-19 dengan Teknologi Pembelajaran Sederhana

2020 ◽  
Vol 4 (4) ◽  
pp. 588-595
Author(s):  
Adaninggar Septi Subekti ◽  
Lemmuela Alvita Kurniawati
Keyword(s):  
Online Learning ◽  
Instructional Technology ◽  
High School Teachers ◽  
Community Service ◽  
Sudden Change ◽  
Material Design ◽  
Learning Design ◽  
Synchronous Learning ◽  
Learning Modes ◽  
Online Seminar

This community service was carried out to provide assistance to the situation experienced by English high school teachers in the sudden change of the learning modes due to the Covid-19 pandemic. It was conducted in the form of an online seminar on how to design interesting online learning by using simple instructional technology and how to combine asynchronous and synchronous learning modes. The 150-minute-online seminar was held on the Zoom platform and YouTube livestreaming. The session was divided into three main parts, namely 1) introduction of the 5E framework for online learning, 2) examples of material design using simple instructional technology, and 3) examples of simple instructional technology. In general, it can be concluded that this community service not only provided an introduction and understanding of online learning design with simple instructional technology, but also enhanced the participants' pedagogical knowledge of online learning design.

Online Tools With Synchronous Learning Environments

2020 ◽  
pp. 68-78 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kerri Richardson
Keyword(s):  
Online Learning ◽  
Learning Environments ◽  
Online Instructors ◽  
Web Based ◽  
Practicing Teachers ◽  
Online Tools ◽  
Synchronous Learning ◽  
Asynchronous Online Learning ◽  
Visual Understanding ◽  
Synchronous Learning Environments

In this chapter, the author highlights the tools used in an online environment geared toward practicing teachers earning their master's degree. The focus will be on web-based platforms and the importance of both synchronous and asynchronous online learning. The author offers existing and new online instructors' ideas on how to structure their own synchronous learning environments. She will support her suggestions with relevant research references. Samples of teachers' representations used during class sessions will be included so the reader has a visual understanding of how the tools work. Asynchronous ideas will also be discussed for those who integrate both styles in their teaching.

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