Disadvantages

Asynchronous and Synchronous Learning  Disadvantages﻿   __**Asynchronous **__
 * Students can feel isolated, less sense of commaraderie
 * Delayed responses to questions and comments
 * Lack of immediacy and instructor presence
 * Requires greater self-motivation
 * Must have back-up plan for computer or internet problems
 * Increased distractions for students

**__Synchronous __**


 * Fixed class times
 * Less flexibility
 * Must keep up with multiple tools and functions during class
 * Requires significant technical support resources
 * Increased distractions for students and instructor

