Blended Learning Essentials

Getting Started

Neil Morris, David Bevington (Mentor), Catherine Bruen, Lynne Taylerson, Diana Laurillard, Katharine Jewitt, Dawn Buzzard, Patricia Quinn, Emily Armstrong (Mentor), Shaun Richards, Sarah Copeland, Phil Bird, David Bevington, Surjit Uppal (Mentor), Emily Armstrong, Gail Hall, Christina Copperthwaite, Dario van Gammeren, Jocelyn B, and carmen miles

Topics Covered

Definitions of blended learning.
The impact of digital technology on teachers and learners.
Pedagogical theories and teaching approaches that underpin blended learning, including constructivism, social constructivism, and problem-based learning.
Digital technologies available to support blended learning in formal and informal learning scenarios.
The role of Virtual Learning Environments (VLEs) and how to use them effectively for blended learning.
The role of open tools in blended learning.
Open educational resources (OERs): what they are, how they can be used, and where to find them.
Processes for blended learning design, including curriculum and instructional design. The role of the DADDIE model in planning and evaluating blended learning. Story-telling and story-boarding techniques for developing digital learning.
The role of assessment in the curriculum design process. Different approaches for using technology to support assessment and feedback.
The benefits and challenges of ‘flipped’ learning. Approaches to designing a flipped lesson.
Collaboration in blended learning, including the use of discussion forums, synchronous collaboration, and social media.
How to design and review a blended learning activity.
The digital skills learners need to equip them for the modern workplace, and how learners can be supported in developing these skills.
The importance of inclusive teaching practices. The value of making education and training more accessible for learners.
The demand for flexible learning, and the role of digital technology in making teaching and learning more flexible.

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Reviews summary

Essential blended learning foundations

This is a highly praised course for introducing educators to blended learning. Many reviewers have begun using the tools introduced in the course in their own teaching. You'll learn about the digital advancements that strengthen online learning and the traditional teaching styles that can complement them. This course is a good starting point for educators looking to incorporate more technology into their teaching.

Emphasizes the importance of accessibility

"...The importance of inclusive teaching practices. The value of making education and training more accessible for learners."

Emphasis on skill development

"...the digital skills learners need to equip them for the modern workplace, and how learners can be supported in developing these skills."

Logical and thorough

"The course is well structured logically progressive..."

"It was a well-planned course, although I had already done some MOOCS about blended Learning..."

Digital learning strengthened by online learning

"Excellent course! Very informative and strong on application!"

"I liked the approach and also the information provided in terms of links to search for more information on line."

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