What is Synchronous Learning?

Synchronous learning happens live—everyone joins at the same time through video calls, livestreams, or in-person sessions. It’s the opposite of purely self-paced content and relies on real-time interaction to drive results.

Why It Works

• Learners get immediate feedback from instructors and peers
• Built-in accountability keeps people moving through the curriculum
• Live energy creates deeper connection and community chemistry
• Perfect for hot seats, coaching, and collaborative exercises
• Supports premium positioning for group coaching or cohort-based courses

Typical Formats

• Weekly workshops or office hours hosted on Zoom or similar tools
• Live webinars with Q&A and breakout rooms
• Cohort kickoffs and milestone celebrations in your community platform
• Hybrid models where recorded modules are paired with scheduled implementation calls

Best Practices

• Set a predictable cadence and send reminders via email, push, or Auto-DM / Auto-Reply
• Share agendas and prep materials so learners arrive ready to participate
• Mix teaching with interaction—polls, breakout rooms, chat prompts, and hot seats
• Record sessions for those who can’t attend live and recap key insights afterward
• Survey attendance and satisfaction to refine timing, pacing, and facilitation style

When to Choose Synchronous Over Asynchronous

• The transformation requires dialogue, practice, or mindset work
• You’re building a high-touch offer inside your value ladder
• Time zones align enough to gather most learners live
• You want a premium experience that justifies higher price points
• You plan to repurpose recordings into evergreen assets later