The student, the teacher and the e-learning course

Abstract

Distance Education (DE) has been consolidated as a democratic and flexible modality, enabling access to knowledge regardless of time and space. With the advancement of Digital Information and Communication Technologies (DICT), virtual learning environments have demanded new roles and responsibilities from the agents involved, such as students, teachers, and tutors. This study conducted a bibliographic review based on contemporary authors in the educational and technological fields, aiming to reflect on the challenges and possibilities of pedagogical mediation in DE. The research highlighted the importance of understanding the specificities of the online teaching-learning process and establishing didactic strategies that promote student interaction, autonomy, and engagement. The results indicate that, through effective pedagogical mediation and the proper use of DICT, it is possible to minimize the challenges encountered in the virtual environment and enhance learning, contributing to the students’ comprehensive education and the improvement of distance education quality.