Understanding the Medium Advantages of Interactive Videoconferencing Establishes a visual connection among participants . Since a teacher can see and hear remote learners in real time, he can use conversation and body language to enhance communication. Frequent interaction increases understanding and encourages more personalized instruction. Interactive teaching strategies such as questioning and discussion can also help engage and motivate learners by making them active participants. Enables connection with external resources .
Remote experts can help validate understanding, provide feedback, and introduce practical examples.
This real-world connection can greatly improve motivation, especially if students participate and the expert interacts at an appropriate level. Supports use of diverse media . Photos and color graphics look great on video and can help convey a difficult concept or simplify instructions. Slates are an easy way to shift learner focus from the video screen to a learning activity. Document sharing facilitates collaboration and feedback .