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Asynchronous means not occurring at the same time. It is a type of two ways communication that occurs with a time delay. It allows both originator and recipient of communication to respond at his own convenience. Electronic bulletin boards like newsgroups; forums etc are good example of asynchronous communication.
Asynchronous learning utilizes asynchronous communication to deliver learning materials. It is a type of formal learning in which students and teacher have regular interaction but the interactions are not real time (i.e. at the same time). Interaction occurs with a time delay. This delay can be of hours, days or sometimes weeks. With the advent of the internet, the turn-around time for teachers’ response has reduced to minutes, hours or few days rather than weeks.
Asynchronous learning is generally associated with distance education and online programs. Traditional Courses may selectively employ asynchronous learning. Asynchronous learning is self-paced as students can complete the course at their own speed and time availability.
Earlier distance education courses delivered through post were the only form of Asynchronous learning. With the advent of the internet, asynchronous learning has developed into a new form. Now it combines online coursework or coursework delivered via
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