Blended learning combines traditional in-person instruction with online learning, allowing students some control over their learning pace and schedule. The document provides tips for students and instructors in a blended learning environment, including logging in regularly, asking for help if needed, and celebrating small successes. It also describes various online programs used in blended learning, such as IXL for math practice and Spelling City for spelling practice. Feedback from parents is positive about these programs providing additional opportunities for practice at home. Overall, blended learning has shifted the teacher's role to a facilitator who supports students working at their own pace.

2. What is blended learning?
Blended learning is an educational process through
which part of the learning takes place in a virtual
setting, allowing some student control over the
frequency, pace and path of learning.

3. Tips for new
blended students
Login often! You will want to stay up to
date on your lessons and activities and
stay ahead of schedule.
Do your best work! Be sure to think of
the problems and click on the answer
when you have read all the choices.
Ask for help! If you are stuck without
sound or have another problem, get help
soon so you can continue your learning.
Be patient! Some times technology
doesn’t work smoothly, but you have to
keep your head up and keep plugging
along.

4. Tips for new blended
instructors
Be patient! Things will not always go
as planned, and there may be
mistakes along the way, but keep
working!
Go slow! Work at a pace that is
comfortable for you and your
students.
Celebrate small successes! Every day
might not be good, but there is good
in every day.
Partner up! Consult and collaborate
with a colleague to help you through
rough times and celebrate those small
successes.

5. The Blended Environment

6. IXL
IXL
•Students log on daily to access
comprehensive, standards based
math practice. They answer
questions and progress through
lessons at their own pace. The
program will pose a question, read
it to the student, then provide
answer choices. If the student
selects the right answer, they get a
green check mark. If the answer is
incorrect, the program will provide
the correct answer with a mini
lesson on the topic.

7. MobyMax
Students log in weekly to practice
reading, comprehension and phonics
along with math facts. They can
choose their area of study, or
sometimes are directed to a learning
capsule based on my observation.
They can access this course at
home using a computer or iPad if
they choose.

8. Spelling City
•Students log on daily to practice
weekly spelling words. They play
games like
•Hang Mouse
•Word Pillar
• Missing Letter
to become familiar with the spelling
list. At the end of the week, they
take a test in this virtual setting and
also with pencil and paper in the
classroom.

9. Student Feedback

10. Parent Feedback
A parent’s response to IXL :
“Actually I was going to buy it for
both of our sons to use but I'm so
glad it's offered through the school.
It's a simply wonderful site from
what I've heard.”
A parent’s response to
SpellingCity: “I love that we can
practice the spelling words at home
and I have access to the lists on
the go!”

11. Blended Learning has
changed my teaching…
My role in the blended environment has shifted from
teacher to facilitator, and I am loving it. My students
are building confidence in their skills and are working
at a pace that suits their needs. I am available to
offer support, provide encouragement and give
guidance when necessary.

12. New ideas implemented as a
result of BLIC course
Online spelling tests through Spelling City
Video tutorials for introductions to programs
Individual reading programs with MobyMax
Student centered learning stations