Educational Technology/Asynchronous Learning
Asynchronous learning is a student-centered teaching method that uses online learning resources to facilitate information sharing outside the constraints irrespective of time and place among a network of asynchronous system of learning plays a vital role in engaging students learning[1] Asynchronous method of learning is easily available at online platforms
Example: NPTEL, SWAYAM platforms which occurs with the pre recorded sessions of the teacher and learner can listen to it whenever the individual is at leisure time
Pros
edit- Discussion boards provide a social presence and opportunity for engagement based on the Community of Inquiry learning model.
- Public discussion boards may have more current and more relevant information, depending on the topic.
- Blogs provide one to many communication on a variety of information on topics.
- Wikis provide collaborative learning opportunities and enhance the communication of learners.
Cons
edit- Blog and Wikipedia information is only as accurate as the sources, and may be outdated or abandoned.