Snapshot of a Hybrid Learning Environment

In a time of flat enrollments in traditional higher education, online learning is booming. This article describes how one university evolved its programs to be on the forefront of the fastest-growing segment of online programs, hybrid learning. With a relatively minor investment in infrastructure, c...

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Published in:Quarterly review of distance education 2014-03, Vol.15 (1), p.9
Main Authors: Alexander, Mystica M, Lynch, John E, Rabinovich, Tamara, Knutel, Phillip G
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Academic Persistence
Asynchronous Communication
Blended Learning
Chalkboards
Collaboration
College campuses
Colleges & universities
Communication
Delivery Systems
Distance learning
Educational Environment
Educational programs
Educational Technology
Feedback (Response)
Higher Education
Internet
Methods
Online Courses
Online education
School environment
Software
Student Satisfaction
Student Surveys
Synchronous Communication
Web Based Instruction
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Summary:In a time of flat enrollments in traditional higher education, online learning is booming. This article describes how one university evolved its programs to be on the forefront of the fastest-growing segment of online programs, hybrid learning. With a relatively minor investment in infrastructure, classes are delivered simultaneously to students on campus and on the web. The approach is unique in online learning and has generated high student satisfaction and retention. Asynchronous technologies allow in-depth focused studying while synchronous tools (including webcams) engage both on-campus and online students in real-time class discussions. This article also provides a survey of some of the more popular tools used in online learning.
ISSN:1528-3518
2169-1266