Blended (Hybrid) Learning looks different in every classroom. The infographic provided by Teachthought.com depicts 6 models of "blended learning".
The Models shown are:
1. Face-to-Face Driver (Mostly classroom delivery supplemented with tech-lab)
2. Rotation (Students rotate between self-paced online and classroom)
3. Flex (Mostly online, teachers supply support for small groups)
* The term "Enriched Virtual" has been given to a model similar to the Flex, but where students do not attend the physical school every day.
4. Online Lab (Entire course delivered online, but in a brick-and-mortar setting)
5. Self-Blend (Sometimes referred to as the "Ala Carte model", where students opt for remote online course to supplement their traditional classes)
6. Online Driver (Online platform and teacher deliver entire course with available face-to-face check-ins)
When incorporating a blended learning into your own classroom it could take on the look of one of these models, and perhaps an animal that bares little resemblance to the particular models shown. Do not get too hung up about categories or models of blended learning, because what it looks like in your situation will be different depending on your teaching situation.
When envisioning what your blended learning will look like, some things you need to consider:
Audience: Grade level, Content area, Students Access to Devices
School Structure & Culture: Scheduling Policies, District Visions, Openness to Change, Parental & Student Support,
Technology Support & Access: What platforms are used and supported in your district, availability of devices, reliability of connections.
Time Constraints: Blended Learning takes an investment of time. Learning new tools takes time for teachers and students.
Collaboration: Working collaboratively with other teachers and students may change
what the best model is for your situation.
These and other factors are important to consider. Some of factors present barriers to successful implementing of one model over others. Keep in mind that blended learning is an avenue to provide a more personalized education, increase academic success, and moves students toward taking ownership of their own learning.
The Models shown are:
1. Face-to-Face Driver (Mostly classroom delivery supplemented with tech-lab)
2. Rotation (Students rotate between self-paced online and classroom)
3. Flex (Mostly online, teachers supply support for small groups)
* The term "Enriched Virtual" has been given to a model similar to the Flex, but where students do not attend the physical school every day.
4. Online Lab (Entire course delivered online, but in a brick-and-mortar setting)
5. Self-Blend (Sometimes referred to as the "Ala Carte model", where students opt for remote online course to supplement their traditional classes)
6. Online Driver (Online platform and teacher deliver entire course with available face-to-face check-ins)
When incorporating a blended learning into your own classroom it could take on the look of one of these models, and perhaps an animal that bares little resemblance to the particular models shown. Do not get too hung up about categories or models of blended learning, because what it looks like in your situation will be different depending on your teaching situation.
When envisioning what your blended learning will look like, some things you need to consider:
Audience: Grade level, Content area, Students Access to Devices
School Structure & Culture: Scheduling Policies, District Visions, Openness to Change, Parental & Student Support,
Technology Support & Access: What platforms are used and supported in your district, availability of devices, reliability of connections.
Time Constraints: Blended Learning takes an investment of time. Learning new tools takes time for teachers and students.
Collaboration: Working collaboratively with other teachers and students may change
what the best model is for your situation.
These and other factors are important to consider. Some of factors present barriers to successful implementing of one model over others. Keep in mind that blended learning is an avenue to provide a more personalized education, increase academic success, and moves students toward taking ownership of their own learning.