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Introduction to Blended Learning

Introduction to Blended Learning. Definitions & Design Principles. Richard Walker E-Learning Development Team University of York. Session Outline. Positioning blended learning design : - a training pathway What is blended learning? - definitions

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Introduction to Blended Learning

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  1. Introduction to Blended Learning Definitions & Design Principles Richard Walker E-Learning Development TeamUniversity of York

  2. Session Outline • Positioning blended learning design: - a training pathway • What is blended learning? - definitions - characteristics & modes of engagement - BL models • Design principles for a blended course

  3. Training pathway Getting started, identifying course objectives, planning principles Design Accessibility guidelines, structuring content, set-up and use of e-tools Develop Prepare Testing and reviewing module site Rollout Student induction & support resources

  4. Guidance for course design

  5. Reflection point • Why are you considering a blended approach to course design and delivery? • What are you trying to achieve? 2. What do you understand by the term ‘blended learning’?

  6. Blended Learning - definitions • “the thoughtful integration of classroom face-to-face learning experiences with online learning experiences”(Garrison & Kanuka, 2004) • “a pedagogical approach that combines the effectiveness & socialization opportunities of the classroom with the technologically enhanced active learning possibilities of the online environment” (Dziuban, Hartman & Moskal, 2004)

  7. Characteristics of Blended Learning • BL is a convergence of two “archetypal” learning environments: face to face and fully online • BL recognises strengths and weaknesses in both environments and attempts to merge the strengths to provide more engaged learning experiences for students • In blended courses human-human interaction and learner-material interaction both typically play strong roles, though to different degrees • Thus, different modes of student engagement are discernible…

  8. Modes of engagement • Self-study resources & extension reading • Discussion space & peer support • Formative assessment activities Enabling learning Enhancing learning Transformative learning active learning and engagement Increasing flexibility & access to learning Extending range of learning opportunities • Personalised learning pathways • Collaboration & communities of inquiry • Student-led teaching& discovery-based learning

  9. What’s in the blend? Parallel • themed research activity • portfolio development & evidence collection Class Block • ‘pre-learning’ • assessment of prior knowledge/skills • knowledge acquisition • collaborative tasks • Space: location where online learning is conducted(off-campus/ work-based…) • physical & pedagogic distance betweenlearners & instructor • Time: timing of learning activities (synchronous/asynchronous) & frequency and fit within overall course design • Activity: mix of study models & pedagogy underpinning online activities, influencing roles/focus/direction of student learning • Media: range of tools employed insupport of study activities • Scope: activity > course > programme > institution Class Block Class Block Class Block Class Block Front Loading Class Block Class Block • project work • dissertation writing • structured development of class-based learning Incremental Class Block Back Loading • transfer of conceptual learning to practical tasks / skills development • assessment milestones • preparation for seminars Class Block Class Block Online Activities Class Block Class Block Class Block

  10. Blended Learning Models

  11. Principles for BL course design • Blended Learning is not an ‘add-on’ to an existing teaching approach • It involves a “fundamental reconceptualisation & reorganization of the teaching and learning dynamic” • It is about “rethinking and redesigning the teaching & learning relationship”(Garrison & Kanuka, 2004)

  12. References & recommended reading Donnelly, R & McSweeney, F. (2009) Applied eLearning and eTeaching in Higher Education. Hershey, PA: IGI Global. Dziuban, C., Hartman, J., & Moskal, P. (2004, March 30). Blended learning . EDUCAUSE Center for Applied Research Research Bulletin. Garrison, D. R. & Kanuka, H. (2004). Blended Learning: Uncovering its Transformative Potential in Higher Education. The Internet and Higher Education, 7(2), 95-105. Littlejohn, A.H. & Pegler, C. (2007) Planning for blended learning, Routledge, London ISBN 978-0-415-40361-0

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