Synchronous vs Asynchronous Learning

In remote learning, the teacher and students may be at different locations but they can be engaging in an activity at the same time (synchronous) or at different times (aysnchronous). The infographic below shows the different types of teaching and learning activities that can happen synchronously and asynchronously.

There are two ways to read this infographic: go down each of the columns, or go across each column to compare. Notice for example that listening to an online lecture is a synchronous way for students to assimilate content, but a student can also assimilate content via reading or watching a video asynchronously.

Learn more about the advantages and disadvantages of synchronous and asynchronous learning here.

Last modified: Thursday, 12 August 2021, 9:02 AM