A set of instructional experiences using the digital network for interaction, learning and dialogue. An online course does not require any face-to-face meetings in a physical location. Similar courses such as web-centric courses (also called hybrid or blended courses) are similar to online courses, but require regular scheduled face-to-face classes or meetings. Learn more in: Designing Online Learning Programs.
An online course is the delivery of a series of lessons on a web browser or mobile device, which can be accessed anytime and anyplace. It is designed as an online environment for convenient learning asynchronously. Learn more in: Mobile Technologies Course Design: The Use of ICT Skills, Attitudes, and Self-Efficacy in EFL Instructors.
A course that is conducted completely online, whether synchronous or asynchronous. This type of course does not provide for any in-person teaching or learning with other students or faculty. Learn more in: Critical Success Factors and Methods to Increase Persistence for Non-Traditional Online Students.
A set of instructional experiences using the digital network for interaction, learning and dialogue. An online course does not require any face-to-face meetings in a physical location. Similar courses such as web-centric courses (also called hybrid or blended courses) are similar to online courses, but require regular scheduled face-to-face classes or meetings. Learn more in: Design Levels for Distance and Online Learning .
An online course is a course that is focused on use of information and communications technology for learning. Learn more in: Raising Motivation to Achieve Collaboration in Online Courses .
A class taught to students via Internet or in an online learning environment. Students access class objectives, lecture notes, instructional materials, and exams via Internet. Students and instructor interact online via e-mail, chat rooms, and threaded discussions. Also known as Web-based classroom, cyber-classrooms, e-learning, virtual education, and distance learning. Once considered a fad, online learning has developed into a “‘just-in-time’ hybrid of teaching any time, any place” (Crews, 2003). Learn more in: Successful Strategies in Online Courses.