Learning that combines online access with in-person instructional methods, usually with elements of student control over “time, place, path, and/or pace.”
(Graham et al, 2019)
Three Main Takeaways
Blended Learning is Different from Technology Integration
- Does not just using technology to replace low-technology tools or teaching methods in a one-to-one way
- Allows personalized learning and differentiation, where students have control over learning and timing
Blended Learning Combines the Online World with the ‘Real’ World
- Online spaces become part of the ‘real’ classroom
- Students learn or participate in online spaces as well as in person, depending on the classroom and lesson plan
- Learning can and should easily continue at home
There are Multiple Models of Blended Learning Classrooms
- Flipped Classroom
- Students receive direct instruction at home online
- Students apply what they learn at home in the classroom
- Station Rotation
- Students work in small groups in stations
- At least one station should be technology-based, with real-time feedback to teacher if possible
- One station can be mini-lesson or teacher instruction
- Lab or Whole Group Rotation
- Entire group rotates stations or activities together
- Still allows student pacing and control
- Flex Model
- Most of the learning happens online
- Supports happen in person
References
Graham, C. R., Borup, J., Short, C. R., & Archambault, L. (2019). K-12 blended teaching: A guide to personalized learning and online integration. Provo, UT: EdTechBooks.org. Retrieved from http://edtechbooks.org/k12blended