theenglishteacher on July 6th, 2008
What are the main differences in teaching in a traditional classroom to e-learning?
| Traditional Courses |
Online Courses |
- Instructor-focused
- More “passive” learning
- Instructors “deliver” knowledge
- Outgoing, verbal, high-achieving, students participate the most
- Technology may be used, but is not central to the role of being a learner
- Various media may be used, but most delivery is by the spoken word, with some written support
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- Learner-focused
- More “active” learning
- Instructors “guide” the learners
- Instructors “model” good learning techniques
- A much greater percent of students actively participate in discussions
- Technology helps students explore resources and construct their own meanings
- Technology may help instructors use multiple forms of media, and reach a wider variety of learning styles
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