2. An Introduction to Blended Learning A blended learning approach combines face to face and computer mediated instruction May also be referred to as: Hybrid learning, e-Learning, online learning, technology enhanced learning
3. An Introduction to Blended Learning However, important points… Technology does not replace face to face teaching! Do not put the horse before the cart! (i.e. consider the pedagogy prior to the technology)
4. Appropriate use of technology enhanced learning Technology should be used to enhance your teaching and students’ learning, i.e: it should add VALUE
5. Activity: Using technologies for delivery and /or assessment Referring to Brunel’s educational considerations (see handout) choose technologies that are pedagogically appropriate to deliver your redesigned programme/ module Link: http://www.brunel.ac.uk/about/acad/apdu/researchprojects/entice
7. Activity: Using technologies for delivery and /or assessment Explain why you have chosen these technologies and the challenges you may face in implementing them