Synchronous e-learning events are the one that takes place in real-time. Synchronous communication requires two people to be present with each other at a particular moment of time. Prime examples of synchronous e-learning are chatting and IM (Instant Messaging), live webcasting, video and audio conference, virtual classrooms, whiteboard, and application sharing, and polling.
Unlike Synchronous e-learning events, Asynchronous events are independent of time. A great example of asynchronous learning is a self-paced course as online learning can be performed at any given place or time. Prime Asynchronous tools consist of e-mail or discussion forums. In these scenarios, students complete the course at their own comfortable pace with the help of a learning program like LMS. Major examples of Asynchronous learning is Audio/Video, Discussion forum, E-mail, Webcasting/Conferencing, Wiki/Blog, Game-based learning, CBT and WBT, Simulations, Self-paced (SCORM).
Sprout makes an effort to combine both Synchronous as well as Asynchronous e-learning to create a better learning experience for the physically impaired. With the help of Sprout app, the physically impaired can learn the basic concepts of sign language as well as your favorite subjects in an effective manner. It is an effort put forth by Pantomime Limited to facilitate the physically impaired to learn effectively at their own pace.
