BLENDED LEARNING

The only barrier to block the teaching - learning process is lack of determination. Not even a pandemic will stop education and the acquisition of knowledge. the teaching and learning process have to be modified prior to the changes the COVID-19 pandemic has incurred. Fortunately, blended learning and MOOCs are introduced to the learners.

What is BLENDED LEARNING?

Blended Learning - may also be called "Flipped classroom", "mixed learning" and "hybrid learning".

It is a learning approach of having the class held online with an instructor. It is characterized by form of videos accessible during, after and outside class. The teaching process is in a virtual classroom.

It utilizes videos, digitalized materials, online assessments and exercises, presentations and formative assessments to practice teaching and learning.

TYPES OF BLENDED LEARNING MODEL:

These models are used to approach this type of learning.

1. FLIPPED MODEL - Instructors give materials and presentations before actual class.

2. FACE-TO-FACE DRIVER MODEL - Quite closer to traditional classroom structure although not performed in physical class. Learners log into a webinar or meeting such as Zoom and Google Meet.

3. ENRICHED VIRTUAL - An alternative to full-time online training that allows learners to complete the majority of coursework online, and also attend webinars for face-to-face learning sessions with an instructor. Attendance is ad hoc and at the learners discretion, giving them the flexibility to learn at their own pace.

To further help you define Blended learning, watch this videos What is blended learning?

References:

Quigley, E. (2019) "What is blended learning?" 

https://www.learnupon.com

Biewener, D. (2021) "5 Big benefits of Blended Learning"

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