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== Synchronous conferencing in higher education ==
Synchronous conferencing in education helps in the delivery of content through digital media. Since this is real-time teaching, it also brings the benefits of face-to-face teaching in distance learning.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Ericson Nolasco |first=Clyde |date=2022-02-01 |title=Online Distance Learning: The New Normal In Education |url=https://elearningindustry.com/online-distance-learning-the-new-normal-in-education |access-date=2024-05-30 |website=eLearning Industry |language=en-US}}</ref> Multiple higher education institutions offer well-designed quality e-learning opportunities. 
Some of the advantages of synchronous conferencing in education are:<ref name="Ref 04"/><ref name="Ref 07">{{cite web|last1=Ferriter|first1=Bill|title=Using videoconferencing to connect your class to the world|url=http://www.learnnc.org/lp/pages/6559|website=Learn NC|accessdate=25 September 2015}}</ref>
* Helps the students to connect with not only their teachers and peers but also with recognized experts in the field regardless of the geographical distance and different time zones.
* Provides opportunities for both the teachers and the students to expand their knowledge outside the classroom.
* Helps students who are home-bound or limited mobility to connect with their classrooms and participate in learning.
* Helps the faculties to conduct classes when they are not able to come to classes due to an emergency.
* Supports real-time collaboration, interaction, and immediate feedback
* Encourage students to learn together and in turn, develop cultural understanding
* Personalized learning experience for the students
* Real-time discussion opportunities for students promoting student engagement
* Active interaction can lead to an associated community of like-minded students
* Saves travel expenses and time