Build a Dream Course:Is Blended Learning the Way?

ADDIE stands for analysis, design, development, implementation, and evaluation. This is a model for redesigning a more traditional classroom into a combination face-to-face classroom and on... See More

ADDIE stands for analysis, design, development, implementation, and evaluation. This is a model for redesigning a more traditional classroom into a combination face-to-face classroom and online course. This study found that a Blended Course Model significantly decreased the failure rate of students in a General Chemistry course. One of the key components of the redesigned course was the addition of class guides (agendas) that would clearly identify, scaffold, and organize critical content. The guides included learning materials designed to enhance the students’ out-of-class learning experience on difficult topics/concepts. Other significant elements of the redesigned course included the use of clickers, consistent, heterogeneous groups of four, peer mentors, and mini lectures. The new course was so successful that the university decided to try and replicate as appropriate this redesign in other courses across the curriculum. As I redesign my science methods course, I will take this research into consideration.

Hydrid Chem

For those who are looking for evidence that hybrid instruction can improve learning outcomes, this is an excellent source. However, details of instructional design are limited so those seeki... See More

For those who are looking for evidence that hybrid instruction can improve learning outcomes, this is an excellent source. However, details of instructional design are limited so those seeking a detailed how to will need to dig deeper.