Blended learning combines traditional face-to-face classroom instruction with computer-assisted language learning. It can be motivating for learners and allows for interactive exercises and feedback. Factors like learner level, teacher training, attitudes towards technology, and cost influence how blended learning is adopted. When implementing blended learning, teachers should separate their role from the technology, teach principled lessons, and use technology to complement rather than replace face-to-face instruction.

1. Blended
Learning:
An
Introduction
COMPUTER ASSISTED
LANGUAGE
LEARNING

2. What is blended learning?
Blended learning refers to a
language course which combines
a face-to-face (F2F) classroom
component with an appropriate
use of technology.

3. Using technology in language
teaching: Advantages
 Using technology can be motivating.
 The interactivity of language exercises
can be highly beneficial.
 The type of feedback which good
interactive material provide is
appreciated by learners.
 The use of technology can be time
saving.
 The use of technology can be current.
 It can make learners more
autonomous.

4. Factors influencing the uptake
of blended learning
The learners level
Teacher training
Attitudes towards technology
Cost

5. Balancing traditional
approaches and
technology
 1. Separate the role of the teacher
and the role of the technology.
 2. Teach in a principled way.
 3. Use technology to complement
and enhance F2F teaching.
 4. ‘It’s no so much the program, more
what you do with it’ (Jones, 1986).