Synchronous Learning
Definition & History
Lina Alvarez, Jesus Linares & Tania Rueda
Tools & Activities
Wisi forensibus mnesarchum in cum. Per id impetus abhorreant, his no magna definibas.
Schools & pros - cons
Go back
History
What was the beggining of S.O.L?
We need to consider the distance learning as the cot or the seed for teh S.O.L and AOL.
Modern Era
Part-time engineering
(2003-PRESENT)
(1728-1906)
(1922-1969)
Distance learning
E-learning term
Courses on radio
(1999)
(1922)
Go back
What is synchronous learning?
Synchronous learning means instruction takes place in real-time and requires student presence (in-person or virtual) at a set time.
On l i n e
- Diverse means to be carried out
- Schedule with assigments and plan study.
Go back
Tools
Go back
Activities
Group questioningand discussion
Collaborative evaluation task
Collaborative problem solving
Live Lectures and Presentations
Paired role-play
lecture discussions
What kind of activities did you have during virtual classes?
Go back
LMS & Meetings - 1990s
♥ First Implementers: • University of Phoenix: Early adopter, offering online degrees with synchronous components.
• Open University (UK): Pioneered real-time discussion sessions in distance education.
• MIT & Harvard: Introduced synchronous courses through platforms like edX.
♥ In Latin America: • Tecnológico de Monterrey (Mexico): Blended programs with virtual classrooms.
• Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile: Integrated synchronous tools since 2015.
• Universidad de los Andes (Colombia): Implemented synchronous learning in graduate programs.
♥ COVID-19: Schools worldwide, including K-12, shifted to synchronous platforms (Zoom, Google Classroom).
Schools or Institutions Where Synchronous Learning Is Used
2000
2010
blended
+ Info
Go back
Benefits & Downsides of Synchronous Learning
♥ Benefits:
• Real-time interaction: Immediate feedback & collaboration.
• Sense of community: Fosters peer engagement and teamwork.
• Structured routine: Fixed schedule helps maintain discipline.
• Engaging multimedia: Interactive tools like polls/quizzes.
∞ Downsides:
• Scheduling conflicts: Time zone and availability issues.
• Technical difficulties: Connectivity issues, especially in rural areas.
• Zoom fatigue: Continuous sessions can lead to burnout.
• Limited flexibility: Not ideal for self-paced learning styles.
+ Info
Bibliography
Bower, M., Kenney, J., Dalgarno, B., Lee, M. J., & Kennedy, G. E. (2014). Patterns and principles for blended synchronous learning: Engaging remote and face-to-face learners in rich-media real-time collaborative activities. Australasian Journal of Educational Technology, 30(3). Hrastinski, S. (2008). "Asynchronous and Synchronous E-Learning." Educause Quarterly, 31(4), 51-55. Available at: https://er.educause.edu/articles/2008/11/asynchronous-and-synchronous-elearning Johnson, N., Seaman, J., & Poulin, R. (2022). Defining Different Modes of Learning: Resolving Confusion and Contention through Consensus. Online Learning, 26(3), 91-110. Shukri, A., Nordin, L., Salleh, F. I. M., Raidzwan, S. N. M., & Ahmad, R. (2020). UniKL students’ perception on synchronous learning using ICT as learning tools to learn English. Journal of critical reviews, 7(8), 793-796. Tecnológico de Monterrey. (2020). "Tecnológico de Monterrey y la educación a distancia." Available at: https://tec.mx/es/noticias/nacional/educacion/tec-de-monterrey-es-reconocido-por-su-modelo-de-educacion-a-distancia
Percentage about Synchronous conception
Image taken from: Defining Different Modes of Learning:
Resolving Confusion and Contention
Through Consensus (p. 13)
- University of Wisconsin began recording lectures, and sending them to students in phonograph form.
The 1st technological tools.
- 1st distance learning- Course is established in Boston, with lessons by mail.
- 1858- The university of London becomes the 1st university to offer distance learning degrees.
From the written Era-
to
Penn State
The Pennsylvania State University, commonly referred to as Penn State and sometimes by the acronym PSU, began offering courses through the radio
- University of Wisconsin began recording lectures, and sending them to students in phonograph form.
The 1st technological tools.
- 1st distance learning- Course is established in Boston, with lessons by mail.
- 1858- The university of London becomes the 1st university to offer distance learning degrees.
From the written Era-
to
¿Tienes una idea?
- Genera experiencias con tu contenido.
- Tiene efecto WOW. Muy WOW.
- Logra que tu pblico recuerde el mensaje.
- Activa y sorprende a tu audiencia.
Con las plantillas de Genially podrás incluir recursos visuales para dejar a tu audiencia con l boca abierta. También destacar alguna frase o dato concreto que se quede grabado a fuego en la memoria de tu público e incluso embeber contenido externo que sorprenda: vídeos, fotos, audios... ¡Lo que tú quieras! ¿Necesitas más motivos para crear contenidos dinámicos? Bien: el 90% de la información que asimilamos nos llega a través de la vista y, además, retenemos un 42% más de información cuando el contenido se mueve.
¡Que fluya la comunicación!
- 96% of traditional universities offer online courses.
- According statistics from Red Ilumno in 2018 only the 10% of students in Colombia took virtual classes. However, in 2020 the percentage increase to 70%
2012-2019
- 81% of colleges have at least 1 online class
- 187% increase of students taking online classes
2002-2008
83% of CEO´s and small business owners in the U.S consider online degrees as credible as traditional degrees.
2010
- University of Wisconsin began recording lectures, and sending them to students in phonograph form.
The 1st technological tools.
- 1st distance learning- Course is established in Boston, with lessons by mail.
- 1858- The university of London becomes the 1st university to offer distance learning degrees.
From the written Era-
to
Penn State
The Pennsylvania State University, commonly referred to as Penn State and sometimes by the acronym PSU, began offering courses through the radio
Penn State
The Pennsylvania State University, commonly referred to as Penn State and sometimes by the acronym PSU, began offering courses through the radio
Television Era
- Standford University offered instruction for part-time engineering students in their own network.
- U.S Department of Defense created the Internet.
- Genera experiencias con tu contenido.
- Tiene efecto WOW. Muy OW.
- Logra que tu público recuerde el mensaje.
- Activa y orprende a tu audiencia.
Con las plantillas de Genially podrás incluir recursos visuales para dejar a tu audiencia con la boca abierta. También destacar alguna frase o dato concreto que se quede grabado a fuego en la mmoria de tu público e incluso embeber contenido externo que sorprenda: vídeos, fotos, audios... ¡Lo que tú quieras! ¿Necesitas más motivos para crear contenid asimilamos nos llega a través de la vista y, además, retenemos un 42% más de información cuando el contenido se mueve.
- University of Wisconsin began recording lectures, and sending them to students in phonograph form.
The 1st technological tools.
- 1st distance learning- Course is established in Boston, with lessons by mail.
- 1858- The university of London becomes the 1st university to offer distance learning degrees.
From the written Era-
to
Penn State
The Pennsylvania State University, commonly referred to as Penn State and sometimes by the acronym PSU, began offering courses through the radio
Types of synchronous communication
- Live webinars
- Video Conferencing
- Virtual classrooms
- Instant messaging
- Audio calls
- Broadcasting
°Hiring interviews°Brain strorming sessions
- University of Wisconsin began recording lectures, and sending them to students in phonograph form.
The 1st technological tools.
- 1st distance learning- Course is established in Boston, with lessons by mail.
- 1858- The university of London becomes the 1st university to offer distance learning degrees.
From the written Era-
to
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Synchronous Learning
Definition & History
Lina Alvarez, Jesus Linares & Tania Rueda
Tools & Activities
Wisi forensibus mnesarchum in cum. Per id impetus abhorreant, his no magna definibas.
Schools & pros - cons
Go back
History
What was the beggining of S.O.L?
We need to consider the distance learning as the cot or the seed for teh S.O.L and AOL.
Modern Era
Part-time engineering
(2003-PRESENT)
(1728-1906)
(1922-1969)
Distance learning
E-learning term
Courses on radio
(1999)
(1922)
Go back
What is synchronous learning?
Synchronous learning means instruction takes place in real-time and requires student presence (in-person or virtual) at a set time.
On l i n e
Go back
Tools
Go back
Activities
Group questioningand discussion
Collaborative evaluation task
Collaborative problem solving
Live Lectures and Presentations
Paired role-play
lecture discussions
What kind of activities did you have during virtual classes?
Go back
LMS & Meetings - 1990s
♥ First Implementers: • University of Phoenix: Early adopter, offering online degrees with synchronous components. • Open University (UK): Pioneered real-time discussion sessions in distance education. • MIT & Harvard: Introduced synchronous courses through platforms like edX. ♥ In Latin America: • Tecnológico de Monterrey (Mexico): Blended programs with virtual classrooms. • Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile: Integrated synchronous tools since 2015. • Universidad de los Andes (Colombia): Implemented synchronous learning in graduate programs. ♥ COVID-19: Schools worldwide, including K-12, shifted to synchronous platforms (Zoom, Google Classroom).
Schools or Institutions Where Synchronous Learning Is Used
2000
2010
blended
+ Info
Go back
Benefits & Downsides of Synchronous Learning
♥ Benefits: • Real-time interaction: Immediate feedback & collaboration. • Sense of community: Fosters peer engagement and teamwork. • Structured routine: Fixed schedule helps maintain discipline. • Engaging multimedia: Interactive tools like polls/quizzes.
∞ Downsides: • Scheduling conflicts: Time zone and availability issues. • Technical difficulties: Connectivity issues, especially in rural areas. • Zoom fatigue: Continuous sessions can lead to burnout. • Limited flexibility: Not ideal for self-paced learning styles.
+ Info
Bibliography
Bower, M., Kenney, J., Dalgarno, B., Lee, M. J., & Kennedy, G. E. (2014). Patterns and principles for blended synchronous learning: Engaging remote and face-to-face learners in rich-media real-time collaborative activities. Australasian Journal of Educational Technology, 30(3). Hrastinski, S. (2008). "Asynchronous and Synchronous E-Learning." Educause Quarterly, 31(4), 51-55. Available at: https://er.educause.edu/articles/2008/11/asynchronous-and-synchronous-elearning Johnson, N., Seaman, J., & Poulin, R. (2022). Defining Different Modes of Learning: Resolving Confusion and Contention through Consensus. Online Learning, 26(3), 91-110. Shukri, A., Nordin, L., Salleh, F. I. M., Raidzwan, S. N. M., & Ahmad, R. (2020). UniKL students’ perception on synchronous learning using ICT as learning tools to learn English. Journal of critical reviews, 7(8), 793-796. Tecnológico de Monterrey. (2020). "Tecnológico de Monterrey y la educación a distancia." Available at: https://tec.mx/es/noticias/nacional/educacion/tec-de-monterrey-es-reconocido-por-su-modelo-de-educacion-a-distancia
Percentage about Synchronous conception
Image taken from: Defining Different Modes of Learning: Resolving Confusion and Contention Through Consensus (p. 13)
The 1st technological tools.
From the written Era-
to
Penn State
The Pennsylvania State University, commonly referred to as Penn State and sometimes by the acronym PSU, began offering courses through the radio
The 1st technological tools.
From the written Era-
to
¿Tienes una idea?
Con las plantillas de Genially podrás incluir recursos visuales para dejar a tu audiencia con l boca abierta. También destacar alguna frase o dato concreto que se quede grabado a fuego en la memoria de tu público e incluso embeber contenido externo que sorprenda: vídeos, fotos, audios... ¡Lo que tú quieras! ¿Necesitas más motivos para crear contenidos dinámicos? Bien: el 90% de la información que asimilamos nos llega a través de la vista y, además, retenemos un 42% más de información cuando el contenido se mueve.
¡Que fluya la comunicación!
2012-2019
2002-2008
83% of CEO´s and small business owners in the U.S consider online degrees as credible as traditional degrees.
2010
The 1st technological tools.
From the written Era-
to
Penn State
The Pennsylvania State University, commonly referred to as Penn State and sometimes by the acronym PSU, began offering courses through the radio
Penn State
The Pennsylvania State University, commonly referred to as Penn State and sometimes by the acronym PSU, began offering courses through the radio
Television Era
Con las plantillas de Genially podrás incluir recursos visuales para dejar a tu audiencia con la boca abierta. También destacar alguna frase o dato concreto que se quede grabado a fuego en la mmoria de tu público e incluso embeber contenido externo que sorprenda: vídeos, fotos, audios... ¡Lo que tú quieras! ¿Necesitas más motivos para crear contenid asimilamos nos llega a través de la vista y, además, retenemos un 42% más de información cuando el contenido se mueve.
The 1st technological tools.
From the written Era-
to
Penn State
The Pennsylvania State University, commonly referred to as Penn State and sometimes by the acronym PSU, began offering courses through the radio
Types of synchronous communication
- Live webinars
- Video Conferencing
- Virtual classrooms
- Instant messaging
- Audio calls
- Broadcasting
°Hiring interviews°Brain strorming sessionsThe 1st technological tools.
From the written Era-
to