Keywords

distance education, blended learning, hybrid learning models, learner flexibility, educational technology

Abstract

There are differences in the benefits that are afforded by the two extremes of face-to-face and distance education. University campus courses are based on the assumption that the student community and interaction between learners and an expert teacher in the same physical location is essential to the learning process. In comparison, distance education provides a learner with flexibility, individualized learning, lower costs, and self-determination in the learning process. Much research has been invested into modern approaches that may be able to harness key benefits from both face-to-face and distance education. One recent breakthrough has come in the use of asynchronous video in online classes at Brigham Young University (BYU). Early results have been promising in finding a way to bridge the gap between the two extremes of education.

Original Publication Citation

Griffiths, M. E., & Graham, C. R. (2009). The potential of asynchronous video in online education. Distance Learning, 6(2), 13-22.