Blended Learning Pilot School Board Workshop - October 15, 2013
Overview A blended learning course consists of both traditional classroom and online instruction.
Weekly Intervention Sessions (F) Online Instruction M,W or T, Th Live Instruction M,W or T, Th Logistics
Five Components for Successful Blended Learning Best practices for blended learning include: The first session is live (summer orientation) Assessments are administered face to face. Multiple face-to-face sessions throughout term. Differentiated instruction and discussion strategies. Class size is limited.
Timeline Oct. Survey Stakeholders Preliminary Discussions with USEP Nov. Staff Applications Due Work with Staff to Identify Courses Dec. Staff Selection PLC Model to Support Implementation Jan. Marketing/Communication to Families Feb. Student Applications
Program Requirements STUDENTHOMESCHOOL 3.0 GPAAccess to Computer or Tablet Device Cadre of Teachers On Track (Credits)High Speed Internet ServiceFlexible Scheduling of Class Meetings Post Secondary PlansSupport for Student Enrollment Training/Support for Teachers and Students One Year CommitmentMicrophone Speakers/Headset Varied Instructional Delivery Models and Tools
Resources Needed Protected Time for Course Development Funding to Compensate Teachers for Instructional Planning and Program Development Professional Development
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