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Blended Learning. David Morris Director of e-Learning Coventry University 2 April 2005. Blended learning systems combine face-to-face instruction with computer-mediated instruction. Note the word systems here. Combining delivery media Combining instructional methods
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Blended Learning David Morris Director of e-Learning Coventry University 2 April 2005
Blended learning systems combine face-to-face instruction with computer-mediated instruction. Note the word systems here. Combining delivery media Combining instructional methods Combining on-line and F2F instruction Definition
Convergence Increasing (here to stay) Mobile devices and learning on demand Individualised and learner-determined Increased connectedness Merging of workplace and formalised learning Trends
Levels Activity Course Programme System-wide Types Enabling Enhancing Transforming Key distinctions
Emerging technologies • Knowledge management tools • On-line simulations • Re-usable content objects • Wireless • Tablet PC’s and handheld devices • Peer-to-peer collaboration tools
Benefits • Avoids the ‘Pareto Rule’ of 100% on-line formats • Effective in workplace settings • Reduces costs of travel time etc • Increased access and flexibility • Good for on-line collaboration, case learning, problem-based learning and coaching and mentoring
Challenges • Not whether but how • Getting the best of both worlds • Cultural adaptation • Support and training for instructors • Changing technologies (so balance between innovation, production and delivery)