International Business Pedagogy Webinar: Dr. Hakan Saraoglu

“The Synchronous-Asynchronous Spectrum in Online Teaching”

This webinar will feature a discussion on exploring the synchronous-asynchronous spectrum in online teaching. The discussion will examine advantages and drawbacks of using only the synchronous end or the asynchronous end of the spectrum in the online delivery of a course. Potential benefits of finding a balance on the synchronous-asynchronous spectrum will be outlined. The talk is intended to stimulate thinking on how a balance can be reached between the synchronous end and the asynchronous end of the spectrum of online teaching approaches. By attending this webinar participants will gain further understanding on topics including:

• Pedagogy of preparing asynchronously delivered lectures.
• Software and hardware tools that can be used to prepare effective tutorial videos.
• Assessment and assurance of learning considerations in the online delivery of courses.

Presentation Outline
i. The Synchronous-Asynchronous Spectrum in Online Teaching.
ii. Drawbacks of the Ends of the Spectrum.
iii. Potential Benefits of Finding a Balance on the Synchronous-Asynchronous Spectrum.
iv. Reaching a Balance Between the Synchronous End and the Asynchronous End of the Spectrum of Online Teaching Approaches: An Example.
v. Takeaways.