An introduction to three types of interactive media - computer conferencing, audiographics and video conferencing - which explains how each type can be used in the open learning environment. It describes attributes and limitations, analyzing appropriate applications through case studies.

An introduction to three types of interactive media - computer conferencing, audiographics and video conferencing - which explains how each type can be used in the open learning environment. It describes attributes and limitations, analyzing appropriate applications through case studies.

Introduction to telecommunications technology
pedagogical rationale of interaction in learning
significance of synchronous and asynchronous media
implications of using text, audio and video in education
cost effectiveness versus cost savings
training requirements for teachers and tutors
organizational implications of introduction communications technologies
presentation and analysis of computer conferencing, audio graphics and video conferencing
outline of hardware and software required for each
description of advantages and
disadvantages
assessment of most appropriate applications

six case studies from undergraduate, training, vocational and professional updating fields
selection and annotation of
most significant literature on each of the three media.