What Does Blended Learning Mean?
Blended learning combines face-to-face and virtual learning. It brings flexibility to higher education and, when successfully delivered, moves the emphasis from teaching to learning.
Higher education institutions have been incorporating remote learning and edtech solutions into their curricula for many years, opening up course access to a larger global audience of online learners. Since the global pandemic, a virtual classroom has become a key component of learning in university or college.
At Midwich, we’ve already addressed the growing demands for EdTech solutions in a compulsory education setting. We understand that higher education has its own specific technology requirements and we’re ready to help institutions smoothly implement a blended learning strategy!
More ResourcesTypes of Blended Learning That Support A Virtual Learning Environment
Accommodating the shift in education, different methods of blended learning are practiced by higher education institutions. The future of learning will entail some, or all types of methods, creating an engaging and flexible learning environment for both students and teachers alike.
Flipped Classroom
This teaching method focuses more on online learning rather than face-to-face learning, giving students the freedom to approach tasks at their own pace.
Supplemental
This type of blended learning focuses on adding value outside the main space of learning, supplementing critical learning objectives that could not be entirely met in one space.
Self-directed
A combination of online and face-to-face learning that is guided by students themselves, creating a personalised learning experience by connecting with teachers physically and digitally.
Enriched Virtual
In Enriched Virtual blended learning, students focus on their online coursework, establishing independence and freedom from the classroom while only meeting with the teacher as needed.
Mastery-based
This personalised blended learning type focuses on rotating students between online and face-to-face learning based on their achievements and completion of Mastery-based learning objectives.
EdTech: Use Of Technology In Higher Education
Effective use of digital technologies is considered fundamental in helping to ensure continuity of learning and engaging positively with students.
The introduction of remote, hybrid and blended learning has emphasised technology that allows for engagement and upskilling students no matter their location. Adoption of interactive displays, laser projectors, monitors and other digital solutions has contributed to increased flexibility and engagement levels.
Here at Midwich, we offer a full solution support to relay the benefits of blended learning. Better yet, our in-house technical experts are ready to advise, support and guide organisations through this transition.
More ResourcesBlended Learning - Further Resources
Explore the intricacies of blended learning in higher education through a wide range of blogs and case studies. These extra resources showcase benefits and necessary elements to help achieve a successful digital learning strategy.
Blogs
Blended Learning From Brightsign
Lexmark Case Study
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