Deeper Learning through Co-Synchronous Online Courses

Just what is co-synchronous e-learning anyway? Why is it so important? And how do I get started implementing this type of learning model into my blended classroom?

Through a comprehensive overview that includes defining the differences between synchronous, asynchronous and co-synchronous, you'll discover a new way of learning online that broadens both students' and teachers' perspectives of global instruction, and provides a more competitive 21st Century education.

Topics of Discussion

The three key modes of interaction within an online course
 
-Content - Involves the student interacting with the subject of study
-Instructor - Instructor making presentations, demonstrating skills, modeling values, organizing and evaluating student learning, and providing support
-Students- Peers engaging in structured debate, discussion, collaboration, idea manipulation, and incidental learning

The elements that make up successful online learning:  active participation, interaction and collaboration with global classmates and the production of contentderived from a number of Web 2.0 sources, tools and references - leveraging resources readily available such as:
-Discussion topics and message boards
-RSS Feeds
-Social Bookmarking
-Student Blogs

We'll also examine the flow and management of information between peers, the steady communication between students and instructor, and the Personal Learning Network (PLN) that is created from a co-synchronous online education