Blended Instruction Online Learning 2.0
Mar 31, 2015
Blended Instruction
Online Learning 2.0
Introduction
Bob Hiles Online Program Coordinator, Newport-
Mesa Unified School District [email protected]
Kip Leland Online Learning Specialist, Los Angeles
Unified School District [email protected]
Traditional Learning
Online Learning
New paradigm teacher as mentor student-centered instruction fosters independent learning 21st century skills
Fully Online Learning
Student independence Synchronous and/or Asynchronous Threaded discussions Elements of social networking
Blended Instruction
Using elements of the online environment in a traditional, face-to-face setting
Hybrid Instruction
A combination of a traditional face-to-face class and online learning Reduced in-seat
requirements
Blended Learning - Teacher PerspectiveBlended Learning - Teacher Perspective
Enhanced Learning
Easy to differentiate outcomes Individualized learning Visual & Oral learning Detailed instructions More time Easy test retakes
Digital Grading
Authentic assessments easily graded: No more red pencils "grading liner notes" Anti-plagiarism
TurnItIn.com Desktop search engines
Timestamps and no lost papers Grades easily exported
Online Testing
Wide variety of auto-graded assessments Large pool of test questions can be created Immediate feedback Great for reading comprehension, pre & post, & t
ake-home tests No Scantrons
Extending the classroom
Beyond the clock and classroom walls Course resources Class announcements Class calendar Discussions Helpful links
Social Networking
Student collaboration fostered Groups or teams Have access to all other students
Social Networking
Teacher to student Email, chat & discussions grading comments
More Efficient Class Time
Resources available online Study guides,
podcasts, reading passages, handouts, announcements, homework pages, rubrics, etc.
Save the trees!
Efficient Teacher Prep
Hidden folders for class materials: lesson plans reading materials images audio & video handouts like a web-based hard drive
21st Century Skills
Assists innovative & IMT skills
What is Needed?
Software & Hardware
Learning Management System (LMS)
Online Tools
Desktop Search Engines
Challenges
Challenges
Equity and access Professional development Student orientation and training Support
Questions?
Palm Springs art courtesy of Shag