Asynchronous Communication:
Synchronous
Communication:
Welcome to Electronic Communications
Communication is a necessary tool for teachers. The need to remain connected to their colleagues for the purpose of exchanging resources and to create a strong support network with parents and students are the primary reasons for communication.
But communication with other teachers, parents and students has always been problematic for teachers. Teaching is historically known as an "isolating" profession without the luxury of time during the normal workday to meet and exchange ideas with other professionals, contact parents or have meaningful interactions with students on an individual level.
With the advent of the computerized, virtual connection this isolation and lack of a support network should become a thing of the past.
These skill development activities will introduce you to just a few of the ways that this necessary communication can be accomplished electronically, over the web and by synchronous and asynchronous means.
Synchronous communication consists of communication which takes place in real time without a delay in the exchange of information or resources. In contrast, asynchronous communication is intermittent, where a time delay between the sending and receiving of data occurs.
The skill development activities which are listed on the sidebar, are separated into asynchronous and synchronous activities. Determine which type will best suit your needs and find out how you can begin using electronic communication to increase your connection to other teachers, students and parents.
