How do the various social contexts for learning compare? What options do you have in terms of an overall learning strategy? How do social contexts and learning strategies interact? Why start with methods rather than technologies for learning? blended learningPart 3 In the third part of this interview, I address the following questions: What's your next step once you've analysed the situation? How do you begin deciding which methods to use? Part 4 follows tomorrow. Part 1 Part 2 Complete 43 min interview. MORE >>

What is blended learning? Most of us, though, say that blended learning is a mix of modes of delivery. In this age of technological nirvana, I think it’s important to recognise the two different faces of blended learning: 1. Without an appreciation of this distinction, you are liable to lose yourself in the redundant notion of “blended learning for blended learning’s sake&#. The alternative face of blended learning treats each mode of delivery as a stand-alone resource, independent of the others. MORE >>

For some time now I have been unhappy with my own working definition of blended learning: A blended learning solution is an intervention that seeks to optimise effectiveness and efficiency by combining a number of different learning media. By 'learning media' I mean the channels through which learners interact with content, peers and tutors. Using this definition, a typical blend might combine something face-to-face - perhaps a workshop or some on-job instruction - with something online - maybe some e-content or web conferencing. MORE >>

Part 5 In the fifth and last part of this interview, I address two final questions: How would you summarise the blended learning design process? blended learningWhat guarantee is there that you'll end up with a solution that is both effective and efficient? Part 1 Part 2 Part 3 Part 4 Complete 43 min interview. MORE >>

The adjacent diagram represents just what converting such a program to a modern blend might look like. Each blend is unique and purposed to address a specific need. unleashed a wave of tools that facilitate learning by leveraging social networks and informal channels. Such tools must form an essential part of any company’s learning strategy going forward; as these will fast emerge as the primary channels for learning. A lot of companies today face a resource situation that’s not unique in this age. All the components we show may not be a part of the solution. MORE >>