Applying synchronous computer‐mediated communication into course design: Some considerations and practical guides
Abstract
Purpose
The increased pressure to incorporate communication technologies into learning environments has intensified the attention given to the role of computer‐mediated communication (CMC) in academic settings. However, the issue of how and why these technologies, especially synchronous CMC applications, has been given less attention in pedagogical literature. This paper aims to address this problem.
Design/methodology/approach
The paper provides issues for consideration in the deployment of synchronous CMC in educational settings.
Findings
Shows that there are differences in asynchronous and synchronous CMC with related issues of productivity of student learning and control.
Originality/value
This paper outlines advantages and disadvantages of using synchronous CMC in education while offering practical guides.
Keywords
Citation
Olaniran, B.A. (2006), "Applying synchronous computer‐mediated communication into course design: Some considerations and practical guides", Campus-Wide Information Systems, Vol. 23 No. 3, pp. 210-220. https://doi.org/10.1108/10650740610674210
Publisher
:Emerald Group Publishing Limited
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