Fast and Curious: Blended Learning

According to the Clayton Christensen Institute, the definition of blended learning is a formal education program in which

• A student learns at least in part in a supervised brick and mortar location away from home.

• A student learns at least in part through online learning, with some element of control over time, place, and path.

• The modalities along each student's learning path within a course or subject are connected to provide an integrated learning experience.

• All the above

What is the primary benefit of blended learning?

• Every child gets an electronic device
• Teachers can work from home
• Students receive individualized, self-paced instruction.
• Students can work collaboratively with a peer tutor.

Which Blended Learning model allows students to physically move between teacher-created stations to take ownership of their own learning?

• Whole-Class Rotation
• Individual Rotation
• Station Rotation

Which of the following best describes blended learning?

• It combines elements of face-to-face and online instruction.
• It involves older students teaching younger students via a mentoring approach.
• It combines students from different grade levels into one classroom.
• It involves two teachers simultaneously working with a whole class.

What are the 4 main models of blended learning?

• Rotation Model
• Self-Blended Model
• Flex Model
• Lab Model
• Blend Model

The four sub models of the Rotation Model are

• Flipped Classroom
• Lab Rotation
• A La Carte
• Station Rotation
• Individual Rotation

Station Rotation is a technology focused initiative.

• True
• False

Which model is focused heavily on online learning?

• Blended model
• Flex model
• Lab model
• Rotation model

Which of the following is a benefit to a flipped classroom? Check all that applies.

• Students control pace that they consume and process information.
• Students and families have access to instructional videos.
• Using instructional videos, teachers do not have to spend time repeating the same information.
• Teachers can work directly with individual students or small groups.

The direct station is where the teacher works one on one or with a small group.

• True
• False