Advantages

Asynchronous and Synchronous Learning Advantages  ﻿  **__A__ ****__﻿sync﻿hronous__ **
 * ﻿Very flexible - "anytime, anywhere"
 * Self-paced learning
 * Time to reflect before responding to questions and comments
 * Shy or students reluctant to speak up feel more comfortable expressing themselves
 * Encourages profiency with technology

**__Synchronous __**
 * Immediate responses to questions and comments
 * Instructor presence
 * Easier to collaborate with classmates
 * Supports different learning styles
 * Encourages proficiency with technology