Advanced Blended Learning

12 weeks | 30 CPE credits | 6 hours GT eligible

Asynchronous with opportunities for virtual collaboration

$1,000 per participant* 

New cohorts begin monthly. 

Participants discover how aspects of the evaluation tool T-TESS Domains and Dimensions can be applied to blended learning. They rethink traditional teaching approaches, collaborate with peers, and deepen their knowledge of blended learning practices. This is a project-based course with a focus on personalized work products.

Prerequisite: Completion of the Foundations of Blended Learning course or evidence of robust implementation of blended learning.

Module 1 Planning for a Blended Learning Environment (6 hours) 

• Share a self-designed blended learning activity and reflect on the blended learning elements integrated into the activity
• Interact with a digital resource that models the use of technology to formatively assess understanding
• Interview students about their blended learning experiences
• Create a 5E differentiated lesson plan

Module 2 Implementing Blended Instruction (8 hours, GT credit eligible) 

• Create an infographic detailing expectations for student achievement in a blended classroom
• Make an instructional video using a content creation tool
• Develop a survey to gather information from students and teachers regarding blended learning efforts
• Visit a blended learning classroom and determine the level of differentiation observed
• Conduct a self-regulation skills activity to determine strategies for monitoring and adjusting blended learning efforts

Module 3 Supporting and Managing a Blended Learning Environment (8 hours) 

• Reflect on the incorporation of blended learning routines and procedures
• Address blended learning FAQs and share responses with peers
• Interview a blended learning colleague and share findings using an online collaboration tool

Module 4 Professional Practice and Responsibilities  (8 hours) 

• Reflect on implementation results of Blended Learning Action Plans
• Create and share videos highlighting blended learning efforts
• Share evidence to showcase blended learning expertise relating to the ISTE Educator Standards
• Observe blended learning classrooms and reflect on findings

Showcase Presentation for Advanced Blended Learning 

Each participant in Advanced Blended Learning is required to develop a presentation to share on Zoom.

• Sessions are 5 minutes long, and you may collaborate with a colleague
• You control your presentation regarding format, tools, activities, etc
• Webinars will be after school, time TBD by the cohort
• Requirements for the 5-minute session:
  • Share how you have implemented the ISTE Standards for Educators in your blended setting
  • Choose three standards to address throughout the showcase
  • Display the supporting artifacts and discuss the implementation evidence for the chosen standards
  • Conduct a discussion with the other participants regarding the artifacts and evidence presented

Support Elements

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