Students using SmartClass IDL have all the basic distance learning capabilities, such as the ability to electronically raise a hand and ask a question. Satellite systems are generally used for reaching a large audience, but with a very simple level of interactivity. SmartClass clients have reported significant increases in the amount of course material that can be covered in a fixed period of time. Clients have also reported significant increases in the amount of new information retained by students. These are major productivity benefits.
Instructors spend more time instructing and can effectively manage larger classes.
These are major cost benefits. By default, then, an MCU is required. The connection is initiated from the instructor's workstation at the primary teaching site. Consult Robotel's technical support group for answers to specific questions. However, Robotel will be introducing a new Remote Student Station product in mid-2001.