Face-to-Face vs. Cyberspace: Finding the Middle Ground
The war of the worlds between bricks-and-mortar institutions and cyberspace
ends differently than Wells’ conflict. By applying best teaching practices
on the ground and in cyberspace, instructors can more effectively deliver stimulating
and quality education that results in students staying in school and succeeding
to their fullest potential.
FACE-TO-FACE VS.
ONLINE:
Areas of Differentiation
- Student interactions
with the instructor
- tudent interactions
with one another
- Content delivery
- Synchronous vs.
asynchronous communications
- Opportunities for
active vs. passive learning
- Formative vs. summative
assessment
About the Author
W. Sean Chamberlin, Ph.D., is a professor of Earth sciences at Fullerton College.