Blended+Learning

Blended Learning

What is it? []
 * Combining Face-to-Face and Online Education[[image:Screen shot 2013-02-28 at 9.11.00 AM.png align="left"]] **

The best blended learning approaches use technology to: > > ** What blended learning *isn’t* ** > Simply adding online computer games or videos to a student’s day or homework time doesn’t count as blended learning. Neither does rolling a laptop cart into a school. Nor does it mean that students are isolated at their keyboards with no social interaction. >
 * help each student master the content and skills they need,
 * allow teachers to get the most out of their planning and instructional time, and
 * streamline operations with costs similar to – or less than – traditional schooling.
 * What is it’s role in education?**


 * Why does it matter?**

There are no rules in place to prescribe what the ideal blend might be (Bonk reference). The term “blended” encompasses a broad continuum, and can include any integration of face to face and online instructional content. The blend of face to face and online materials will vary depending on the content, the needs of the students, and the preferences of the instructor. See the section of this site titled Instructional Strategies for information on selecting an ideal blend and designing a blended course.
 * What are 3 strategies for implementation?**

What is one thing to be sure not to do? Investigate your resources/limitations...try them out. Sometimes a great idea doesn't work well. Example: Wikispaces-can't all contribute at the same time. Inform parents.

Any other words of advice? Talk it through with a lot of people. Tech department. Other teachers. Library specialists.