O Potencial da Interatividade Audiovisual na Educação a Distância

Resumo (EN)

The main goal of this study is to identify and analyze the interaction process among distance learning course participants. The idea is to suggest the best way to take advantage of the audiovisual interactive features in the distance learning courses. Different Virtual Learning Environments were compared in different Virtual Learning Platforms. The target was to contribute with theory and practical experiences when pedagogically using those virtual environments.
lts importance lies on how to possibly adequate an efficient methodology when using the New lnformation Technology e Communication tools, especially concerning their interactive potential towards Distance Learning.
The researching method was done by a qualitative survey in the analyzed Distance Learning institutions. The content consists of information retrieved from them as well as data collected in the field from their normal and daily operational routine.
lnitially, a brief historical Communication evolution is shown and its relation with the Distant Learning development. Secondly, the reception on the Mass Communication Means is contextualized in order to know how much of it can be applied to the Distance Learning practices. Thirdly, a conceptual Cyberspace point of view is focused. The Virtual Learning Environments are studied. Fourthly, a practical scenario is presented in which all the actual Distant Learning IT tools are discussed. Finally, several Virtual Learning Platforms are presented and studied. Recommendations are made on how to use and manage the audiovisual tech facilities for the Distant Learning best performance.