[The Hankyoreh, June 20 2007] Interactive Web seminars gain in popularity

Web-based live learning a popular way to scour a new subject

Kim Su-yeon (not her real name), who is working at a PR agency, takes part in seminars regarding new media every morning. She is very much interested in this sector. Her seminars are very convenient - she does not have to leave her workplace to participate.
As she is a member of MindBranch Asia Pacific, which sends all kinds of reports on market analysis via the Internet, she can also receive opportunities to join online seminars for free. After registering for a seminar, she receives the presentation's time and Web site through e-mail. In preparation for taking a lecture, she installs related programs and downloads data. About 50 persons took part in the last seminar, and were able to ask questions through online messaging or telephone.