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.
*Course fees qualify for reimbursement by the Texas Education Agency upon completion.
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
