<P> Synchronous learning refers to the exchange of ideas and information with one or more participants during the same period . Examples are face - to - face discussion, online real - time live teacher instruction and feedback, Skype conversations, and chat rooms or virtual classrooms where everyone is online and working collaboratively at the same time . Since students are working collaboratively, synchronized learning helps students create an open mind because they have to listen and learn from their peers . Synchronized learning fosters online awareness and improves many students' writing skills . </P> <P> Asynchronous learning may use technologies such as email, blogs, wikis, and discussion boards, as well as web - supported textbooks, hypertext documents, audio video courses, and social networking using web 2.0 . At the professional educational level, training may include virtual operating rooms . Asynchronous learning is beneficial for students who have health problems or who have child care responsibilities . They have the opportunity to complete their work in a low stress environment and within a more flexible time frame . In asynchronous online courses, students proceed at their own pace . If they need to listen to a lecture a second time, or think about a question for a while, they may do so without fearing that they will hold back the rest of the class . Through online courses, students can earn their diplomas more quickly, or repeat failed courses without the embarrassment of being in a class with younger students . Students have access to an incredible variety of enrichment courses in online learning, and can participate in college courses, internships, sports, or work and still graduate with their class . </P> <P> Computer - based training (CBT) refers to self - paced learning activities delivered on a computer or handheld device such as a tablet or smartphone . CBT initially delivered content via CD - ROM, and typically presented content linearly, much like reading an online book or manual . For this reason, CBT is often used to teach static processes, such as using software or completing mathematical equations . Computer - based training is conceptually similar to web - based training (WBT) which are delivered via Internet using a web browser . </P> <P> Assessing learning in a CBT is often by assessments that can be easily scored by a computer such as multiple choice questions, drag - and - drop, radio button, simulation or other interactive means . Assessments are easily scored and recorded via online software, providing immediate end - user feedback and completion status . Users are often able to print completion records in the form of certificates . </P>

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