Blended Learning
This page provides links to some resources on blended learning
- that is a learning solution created through a mixture of face-to-face and
online learning delivered through a mix of media.
Blended Learning and Animation
"elesson by Dr Massoud Hajsadr uses a blend of technology enhanced teaching material plus classroom-based activities to optimize the teaching/learning process for students at City of Sunderland College. His teaching materials comprise multimedia-rich webpages, which deliver all the main messages of planned lessons in accordance to uniform scheme of works".
Blended learning: why everything old is new again - but better
"Blended learning is a powerful training solution that combines e-learning with a variety of other delivery methods for a superior learning experience. This article reveals what makes blended learning so powerful, and how to choose the right mix of delivery methods for the best blend of skill enhancement and sustainability to ensure a company's long-term competitive advantage." Caroline Gray, Learning Circuits.
Blended Learning and business change
"Over the past few years, training professionals have become more pragmatic in their approach to technology-based media by using it to augment traditional forms of training delivery, such as classroom instruction and text-based materials. This trend has led to the rise of the term "blended learning." The term has come to mean different things to different people. IDC defines blended learning programs in the corporate training world as any possible combination of a wide range of learning delivery media designed to solve specific business problems." Michael Brennan, Chief Learning Officer Magazine.
Four blended learning blunders and how to avoid them
"Blended learning can be a powerful strategy for businesses who want to build employees' skills. It can also be a recipe for disaster. If you or someone you know is responsible for ensuring a successful blended learning strategy, read on." Mark W Brodsky, Learning Circuits.
Managing the synchronous blend
"It seems as though everyone is talking about building the right blend. Unfortunately, achieving the right blend requires work-not words. Applying instructional design at the front end and dedicating enough time to facilitate the blend at the backend is critical to success." Jennifer Hofmann, Learning Circuits.