The fourth topic concerned on how to design a blended learning program.
Blended learning is defined as the blend of two “face-to-face” and “online” learning modes or as described in [1], it is defined as “the organic integration of thoughtfully selected and complementary face-to-face and online approaches”.

We discussed three models, namely the five-stage model[2] , the community of learning[3] and the ABC learning design[4].

Community of Inquiry (CoI) framework is the base theory of Community of Practice. It originated in natural sciences (Wikipedia, 2020) and seems to be of best use in social studies. It is characterized as a framework with three types of presences: the social, the cognitive and the teaching one.

The five stage-model (Salmon, 2020), participants need to be supported through a structured developmental process. It offers essential support and development to participants at each stage as they build up expertise in learning online.

While the most interesting model for my courses (I’ve taught programming, system analysis and design) is ABC Learning Design (2020). It contains many tips on how to transfer traditional teaching to online teaching.

I think this topic needs more than two weeks.

REF

[1] Garrison, D. Randy, and Norman D. Vaughan. Blended learning in higher education: Framework, principles, and guidelines. John Wiley & Sons, 2008.

[2] http://www.gillysalmon.com/five-stage-model.html

[3]https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ymBm6SMsTmBR5WrLKAQBgzxDtIn-BFBe/view

[4]https://blogs.ucl.ac.uk/abc-ld/