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Luba Iskold, Ed.D.
Muhlenberg College
Review
Hybrid
of the Literature
Teaching vs. Hybrid Learning
Pedagogical
Elluminate
Benefits
Needs
vs. Skype
& Solutions?
A combination of online and face-to-face
instruction (Young, 2002)
Interchangeable with the term “blended”
learning
Synchronous & asynchronous delivery modes:
● Classroom ● Online ● Blended ●
Distance Learning: Videoconferencing technology
Online Learning: Computer-mediated (CM) technology
Combination of face-to-face instruction
with a group of students in a regular classroom
and synchronous interaction with one or more
students at a remote location
Possible Scenarios:
Student cross-registration among consortial
institutions
Student extended absence from campus due to
various circumstances
Study abroad in an English-speaking country
In the past decade, widespread availability of digital
learning technologies has led to increased integration
of computer-mediated interaction in traditional faceto-face learning experiences.
Institutions of higher education are embracing online
and blended learning (Bonk, 2004).
Although more research is needed, recent
publications provide dozens of models that combine
face-to-face instruction with online learning in formal
academic settings (Bonk & Graham, 2006).
Reactions include a wide range of opinions, from
excitement to disappointment (the Chronicle of
Higher Education, Zemsky & Massy, 2004).
Blended Learning Models (Graham, 2006):
Activity Level: using technology to enhance learning activities
Course Level: combination of face-to-face and CM activities used as
part of a course
Program Level:
(1) participants choose a mix between face-to-face and online courses
(2) combination between the two is prescribed by the program
Institutional Level: large-scale effort to enable students to take
advantage of both modes
How can we blend
face-to-face and CM instruction
effectively?
To answer this question, let’s consider
pedagogical needs
Synchronous
Content Delivery:
Presentations/Demonstrations
Reviews & discussions
Video & audio
TB/WB
Printed handouts
Tests
& Quizzes
Experience & practice:
Role play
Peer discussion
Interactive Exercises
Library access (e-books, e-journals)
Blackboard (other CMS) access
Handouts & tutorial documents
PowerPoint presentations
Images and Internet links
Interactive generic & customized content
Asynchronous collaborative learning (e-mail,
discussion boards, chat facilities)
Student support (e-tutors, technical support)
Instructional
Audio
Materials
Textbook CDs
Instructor & student recordings
Songs
Video
Textbook DVDs
Student-produced videos
YouTube clips
SCOLA segments
Dish TV clips
Menus & shortcut buttons
Enable/disable functions for
individual participants
Polling buttons
Chat box – type here
Switch whiteboard
“pages”
Whiteboard tools
Custom size/color/font
options appear below when
using certain tools
Turn microphone on/off and
control volume levels
Share a single
application,
or your entire
desktop
While sharing the desktop, the quality of video and audio files is poor. Better quality
can be achieved by emailing files or links to students, or by uploading them to
Blackboard.
Pros:
Geared toward teaching and learning
Many features integrated into a single program
Students and guest speakers do not need accounts
The software is installed automatically upon first use
Instructors moderate discussion
Sessions can be recorded and reviewed at a later date
Cons:
The college must pay for a license
Cluttered interface with too many buttons
Time is needed to become familiar with the software
Sessions must be scheduled in advance
Participants must be invited ahead of time
Invitations clutter email inboxes
The best audio quality is achieved by turning
microphones on/off each time someone speaks,
which is a distraction in a classroom setting
Calls with video & audio
Desktop sharing
Instant Messaging
File sharing
Integrated access to
Facebook newsfeed and
contacts (Windows only)
Pros:
Free
Easy to use, intuitive interface
Spontaneity: No need to send invitations or schedule
meetings in advance
No need to turn microphones on/off when speaking
Less disruptive to classroom instruction
Runs in multiple languages
Cons:
No integrated whiteboard; however, any drawing
program can be run while sharing your desktop
Every participant needs to create an account and
download the software
Professional
Training
Dynamic
development for instructors
and technical support for learners
institutional infrastructure
Acceptance
of blended approaches by
institutional culture
Additional
time to prepare ALL instructional
materials in a digital format
Seamless
integration of online learners with
students in a traditional classroom
Switching
between three modes:
Face-to-face in a traditional classroom
Blended learning in a traditional classroom
Online learning from a remote location
Impact
on student learning
Faculty
workload
Recognition
of the value of faculty work
View
learning as a social experience
View
technology as an aid to the social
dimension of learning
Capitalize
Make
on the learner-faculty relationship
the most of peer relationships
Luba Iskold
2400 Chew Street
Muhlenberg College,
Languages, Literatures and Cultures,
Allentown, PA 18104
Phone: 484-664-3516
E-mail: [email protected]
http://www.muhlenberg.edu/main/academics/llc/faculty/
russian/iskold.html
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