Foundations of 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.

Foundations of Blended Learning is designed as an introductory course. Participants research best practices and model them in their classrooms. Through a series of job-embedded activities, participants increase their knowledge of blended learning to create a more a personalized learning experience for their students. 

Module 1 Blended Learning: Where Do I Start? (4 hours) 

• Research current blended learning practices and the International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) Standards for educators and summarize findings
• Learn about different models of blended learning and create a station rotation module
• Review four reliable technology tools that are often integrated into blended classrooms: Seesaw, Nearpod, Flipgrid, and Padlet

Module 2 Personalized Learning in the Blended Classroom (6 hours, GT credit eligible) 

• Research personalized learning and share findings with classmates
• Create a sample personalized learning plan and provide/receive peer feedback
• Review sample data tracking systems and develop a tool to support student data tracking

Module 3 Tools and Strategies for Managing a Blended Learning Environment (8 hours) 

• Research blended classroom management tools and develop a blended classroom management plan
• Participate in discussions regarding enhancement of communication and collaboration
• Create a blended 5E lesson plan

Module 4 Capstone: Blended Learning Reflections (12 hours) 

• Conduct observations of blended learning classrooms and provide feedback
• Choose blended learning topics from a menu of items to further research: digital citizenship, technology and the 5E learning cycle, student-centered learning, assessment, and more
• Write a blended learning action plan
• Write a reflection paper

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