The document discusses creating effective blended learning classrooms that combine online and in-person learning. It recommends including stories with relevant content, simulations that provide feedback, and social interactions to foster collaboration. Specific suggestions are role-playing exercises, case studies, online games, and using wikis or blogs to encourage interaction. An example blended program incorporates online business courses, a classroom leadership simulation, and ongoing projects among a cohort.

5. IDC Projections

7. Maturing Technology

10. Effective Ingredients of Blended Learning

12. Stories “ We tell ourselves stories in order to live.” – Joan Didion

14. What’s Wrong With This Picture?

16. Different Types and Uses of Training Simulations (Classroom Brainstorming Exercise) Classroom Online Both Lab exercises for technical training Online mini-games to reinforce knowledge Software Simulation (using Captivate) Business simulation with role-playing in classroom Online single-player and multi-player games (strategy, business acumen, etc.) Sales Simulation – Customer Service; demonstrating process as a success story Flight control room simulations Scenario-based soft-skill simulations; Show both correct and incorrect way of doing things Business simulations with competition in classroom or online Choose your own adventure style simulation

17. Social Interactions “ I am always ready to learn, but I don’t like being taught.” – Winston Churchill

20. Question and Answer Bjorn Billhardt [email_address]

22. Appendix C: Sample Simulation Play Finance for Non-Financial Managers - Online Delivery Play takes place over 3-4 weeks. Introduction and debriefs take place through virtual meeting software. Turns advance daily. Teams of up to four participants meet in daily phone conferences to make decisions. Day 1 Introduction Webinar Days 2–5 Pre-work / Turns 1–4 Day 6 Webinar Debrief 1 Days 7–10 Turns 5–8 Day 11 Webinar Debrief 2 Days 12–15 Turns 9–12 Day 16 Webinar Debrief