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Asynchronous discussion - A discussion between participants in which it is not necessary for them to be online at the same time. e.g. One can post something on a Monday and the other can reply on Tuesday.

Blog - an online journal


PowerPoint - A presentation programme made by Microsoft.

Synchronous discussion - A discussion that is happening between two participants at the same time. They are both online - it is like instant messaging.

VLE - virtual learning environment


Wiki - Web site that allows users to create, edit and update content on it.