The image used in this post is of a small group of students sitting in a room together, (seemingly) energetically talking about the issues at hand. This is an example of synchronous discussion—the ...

As online education continues to increase in popularity, the choice between synchronous and asynchronous classes plays a key role in addressing the diverse needs of learners. Asynchronous learning, ...

Today’s students are comfortable with the use of web-based communication tools, such as email and instant messaging, to build social connections. According to the Pew Internet Project 2004, 59% of ...