Lesson 6 Module Wrap-up
     

Wrap Up

In this module you learned about the benefits of online learning, characteristics of the succesful online learner, learning styles, and how the online classroom differs from the traditional classroom.

Having completed this module, you should be able to:

  • List five benefits of online learning
  • Discuss characteristics of the online learner
  • Identify your learning style and online learning strategy
  • Discuss the differences from the traditional classroom
     
  Glossary

The following terms were introduced in this module:

  • e-learning
  • face to face instruction
  • blended learning
  • learning styles
  • tactile/kinesthetic learners
     
  Discussion Questions or comments? Try making a posting to the team discussion under the 'Online Learning Overview'' thread.
     
  References

Mulhair, J. (2006). Blended Learning. Available online at http://jm247.k12.sd.us/ResearchPaperBLENDED.htm

Paloff, R. M., & Pratt, K. (2001). Lessons from the Cyberspace Classroom: The Realities of Online Teaching. San Francisco, CA: Jossey-Bass.

     
  Next Module In the next module, you will examine the technology requirements of online learning.