In this modern age people and new generations are depending on technology. These days we use computers for everything and they are powerful tools. Now when we talk about learning I think being in the classroom would be the best choice, at least for me since I come from the old school, but taking an on line course these days is just as good as being in the classroom
Yes I do think that computer can substitute old fashion teaching and synergy , on one condition of course! Students must be comfortable with computer and willing to work with a computer course. Younger students are better.
Cartoon caracters and adding games can bestimulating and fun for the above mentioned students. Many students have stage fright but they are very comfortable to chatonline and theirown privacy with no face to face shame or shyness.
Anatoliy:
I offer two questions on the last sentence of your response.
Question 1
Do you believe that the computer is an adequate substitute for the synergy that is generated in a face-to-face classroom environment?
Question 2
Provide two examples of instructional situations in which a properly designed online course will be more stimulating than one that is Instructor-led.
Satrohan
