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Blended Instruction vs Blended Learning

A Principal's Reflections

One such method that is rapidly gaining traction is blended learning. Blended learning is one of many strategies that can add a level of personalization while also making the experience a bit more personal with the right conditions. Here is the difference: Blended instruction is what the teacher does with technology.

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A Practical Way to Increase Access to Mobile Technology Regardless of Age

A Principal's Reflections

Even though the cost of mobile devices has gone down, considerable purchasing challenges persist. With that being said I do want to share a pretty cool and practical idea I stumbled upon during one of my coaching visits with Wells Elementary School. For more mobile learning resources check out this Pinterest board.

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Blending with Playlists

A Principal's Reflections

In an effort to personalize learning more and more educators are turning to blended learning strategies. When it comes to personalized learning , the “personal” should be emphasized. Putting all kids in front of a device and having them engaged in an adaptive learning tool all at the same time is not personalized.

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Keep Accessibility in Mind for Modern Learning Environments

EdTech Magazine

Classrooms filled with rows of desks can be difficult to navigate for students with mobility issues, and they can impede collaboration. MORE FROM EDTECH: See how blended learning programs like Microsoft Teams and Google Classroom can benefit K–12 education. by Jennifer Brown.

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Strategies for Motivating Students: Start with Intrinsic Motivation

Waterford

When it comes to the classroom, there are a few strategies that you can use to make sure your students are interested in your class material and ready to learn. Elementary-aged children are highly motivated when their teachers prioritize content mastery and understanding over high test scores.[2] Buckley, P., and Doyle, E.

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HE Challenges: Fast changing digital teaching methods

Neo LMS

Blended and online learning is increasingly in demand by students. They expect the same flexibility, mobility and always-on services they get with everything from travel and entertainment, also from educational providers. Read more: Why blended learning will become an educational norm. Skills gap.

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OPINION: ‘Programs that give every student a computer instead of time with a teacher are misguided’

The Hechinger Report

This past semester I had the opportunity to observe two elementary classrooms using technology in new and exciting ways. One was a fifth-grade class at Whelan Elementary School in North Providence, Rhode Island, that had just agreed to begin a commercial personalized learning program. Related: Giving students a say.