What is Blended Learning? It can be defined as "the thoughtful fusion of face-to-face and online learning experiences…such that the strengths of each are blended into a unique learning experience. Blended learning is a fundamental redesign that transforms the structure of, and approach to, teaching and learning." [Garrison & Vaughan, 2008]. Explore blended and online learning on EDC’s eLearning website.
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Traditional (left) vs. flipped classroom (right) approaches to learning design (https://www.jasonrhode.com/flipped-classroom-resources-from-ut-austin)
Flipped Classroom Approach
One of the most popular approaches to blended learning is the flipped classroom approach. In traditional learning approaches, students might read learning materials individually before class, listen to a lecture during class, and then complete homework activities after class. With the flipped classroom approach, students acquire knowledge before class. During class, the teacher can guide them to "actively and interactively clarify and apply that knowledge" (Akçayır & Akçayır, 2018), enabling them to extend their learning after the class has finished.
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Reference
- Akçayır, G., & Akçayır, M. (2018). The flipped classroom: A review of its advantages and challenges. Computers & Education, 126, 334-345.
Contact
Dr Laura Zhou, laura.zhou@polyu.edu.hk, 
2766 6316
