Επίδραση της τηλεδιάσκεψης στη μαθησιακή διαδικασία του Ε.Α.Π. Απόψεις φοιτητών και ΣΕΠ των ΘΕ ΕΚΠ 65 –ΕΚΕ 50

Abstract

Τhe purpose of this suggestion is to outline the development of videoconference in the distance learning process. The qualitative research in students’ aspects planned in order to answer to the following vital question: “How could videoconference as a tool of two-way communication add value in the educational process provided by the Hellenic Open University? In order to obtain this aim 14 interviews were carried out. Half of them accomplished by students and the other ones were carried out by tutors from distance learning and adult learning contact sessions. Videoconference as a dynamic and flexible learning system can be placed in parallel with the usual systems. It can also be utilized horizontal and vertical not only among students but also between students and tutors. In addition, its supplementary use supports the operation of consultative contact sessions. The results of this research indicate that videoconference as a form of two-way communication can be applied in different contact sessions since it not only supports the teachers’ consultative work but also reinforces the student. The tutor’s role is being more and more demanding since the consultant is the main regulator in the videoconference. Finally, videoconference operates complementary and in parallel with contact sessions and advantageously to the absent students.