Lesson 2 Asynchronous Synchronous E-learning

The article discussed about the asynchronous and synchronous E-learning, together with its definitions, differences, advantages,and disadvantages. The said article also narrated on when, how, and why such types of learning be used. The three types of communication, namely content-related, planning of tasks, and social support, were also discussed as well. Truly, it cannot be denied that time is not always on our side, thus we need to learn and cope for such limitation. Fortunately, we now have this kind of technology that enabled us to go beyond the said shortcoming. The remarkable evolution of our communication paved a way for us to be more connected with each other. From the advent of cellular phones, to the arrival of the internet, truly put our civilization at a different level. The blessings of technology found its way into the learning domain, which is justified by the so-called synchronous and asynchronous e-learning. In comparison with previous years, we cannot deny the fact that technology changed the way we learn. Everything seems to be all about the network and the internet. We now have a huge plethora of possibilities that will enable us to learn more. Though such 2 categories of e-learning be different, they are just the same in terms of bringing knowledge to the learners. They only differ by the way they are being implemented to the learners.

During the duress of my educational years, I still haven't experienced the said synchronous way of e-learning, wherein I am bound to use an instant messaging app, or a video conference, or anything. However, I would be glad to take part in the said synchronous e-learning environment, so that I will be able to share my experiences concerning the said type of learning. I guess it would be exciting, as the article suggested. To have that kind of learning seems to be challenging, since an immediate response is required. However, I wonder if the same excitement I will with be the same with other learners? I hope it would be. On the other hand, asynchronous way of e-learning has been with me for some time now, even upon making this blog, I know I am actually engaging with it myself. Well, in my opinion, it is still good, as long as I learn, and as long that I am being challenged. In case of other learners, it would seem that they are quite lethargic with regards with this, because I already saw learners having a hard time on motivating themselves with respect to reflecting about a particular topic.

Summing it up, the two categories of e-learning has a common goal, which is to make learners learn. Though there may be difference among the two with respect to their delivery, they are still the same, since their target is to make students learn. The world will continuously change, so as technology. It is just imperative to have a vast knowledge with regards to technology, so that we may be able to continue the legacy of educating people.