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 >>

In the July issue of Chief Learning Officer magazine, Cushing Anderson reports some interesting data on the various learning modalities that comprise "blended learning" in organizations (see "Cost and Availability Drive Modality Mix" ). The subhead for his article states quite clearly a point I've been making throughout this year in my presentations on how to blend the latest technologies with traditional formal learning, namely that "CLOs are increasingly trying to apply the right delivery option for the content, audience, and environment." MORE >>

I’ve been creating blended training solutions for years that look something like this: My model needs a face lift. Blended learning has this transformative potential and is etched in my brain like this: Disruptive: I imagine tossing my model in the air and watching where the pieces land. My point here is that the pieces are valid; it’s just that blended learning is not linear or boxed up. Also, I need to freshen up the blend. According to the report authors, six models are emerging to which blended learning is gravitating. Segue to innovation …). MORE >>

one of the things on my plate this week was to review a proposed ‘blended’ learning module. thought going over my way of ‘blending’ might be an interesting read and as always I’m keen to hear feedback or tips for improving! How do I blend? Once I’ve chosen a format and purpose for the e-learning and classroom I then create a ‘story’ or relevant context to wrap around and weave into the e-learning – making sure that the same story and/or context is present in the classroom portion – the blend has to flow seamlessly. Tags: Uncategorized blended learning 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. We also illustrated how a program that blends various types of learning interventions and tools, that range from formal to informal and involve collaboration looks like. Disclaimer: This is just representative and doesn’t mean a blended learning program including these elements would necessarily include all those components, their durations and intensities. Web 2.0 MORE >>