SYNCHRONOUS AND ASYNCHRONOUS LEARNING

What is it?

This webpage discusses, compares, and provieds resources for synchronous and asynchronous learning.

Who is it for?

These resources are for anyone wanting to gain a further understanding of synchronous and asynchronous learning.

What can it do?

Synchronous learning:

• Advantages and disadvantages
  

Asynchronous learning:

• Advantages and disadvantages

When to use synchronous vs. ssynchronous learning? (info graphic)



How long should a synchronous session be?

Choosing the right mode and technology for your teaching:

• Lectures
  
• Videos
  
• Case studies
  
• Experiential / lab
  
• Performance / creation
  
• Tutorials
  
• Collaborative work
  
• Group discussions
  
• Presentations
  
• Research assignments
  
• Assessment

Adapting your Course

How do I access it?

https://www.concordia.ca/ctl/digital-teaching/synchronous-asynchronous.html

When to use Synchronous and Asynchronous Learning pdf: https://www.concordia.ca/content/dam/concordia/offices/ctl/docs/resourcces/synch-asynch-info.pdf

Centre for Teaching and Learning (2020). Synchronous and Asynchronous Learning. Concordia University. Retrieved from
https://www.concordia.ca/ctl/digital-teaching/synchronous-asynchronous.html

Centre for Teaching and Learning (2020). Synchronous and Asynchronous Learning [pdf]. Concordia University. Retrieved from
https://www.concordia.ca/content/dam/concordia/offices/ctl/docs/resourcces/synch-asynch-info.pdf