Blended Learning Models - Purnima Valiathan

1 2/13/13 Blended Learning Models - 2002 - Name: Password: Register | Forgot Password? Home > Learning Circuits > 2002 > Blended Learning ModelsBlended Learning ModelsBy Purnima ValiathanThe term Blended Learning is used to describe a solution that combines several different delivery methods,such as collaboration software, Web-based courses, EPSS, and knowledge management Learning also is used to describe Learning that mixes various event-based activities, including face-to-face classrooms, live e- Learning , and self-paced Learning . Unfortunately, there's no single formula thatguarantees Learning , but here are some guidelines from NIIT on how to order your Learning categorizes Blended Learning into three Models :skill-driven Learning , which combines self-paced Learning with instructor or facilitator support to developspecific knowledge and skillsattitude-driven Learning , which mixes various events and delivery media to develop specific behaviorscompetency-driven Learning , which blends performance support tools with knowledge managementresources and mentoring to develop workplace are the key features of each approach?

2 In which situations is an approach adopted? What blendedtechniques can be adopted to enhance Learning ? WhyHowSkill-DrivenModel: Learning specificknowledge and skillsrequires regular feedbackand support from thetrainer, facilitator, or a group- Learning planthat's self-paced but bound to astrict schedulepad self-paced Learning materialwith instructor-led overview andclosing sessionsdemonstrate procedures andprocesses through synchronousonline Learning labs or atraditional classroom settingprovide email supportdesign long-term projectsAttitude-DrivenModelContent that deals withdeveloping new attitudesand behaviors requirespeer-to-peer interactionand a synchronous Web-basedmeetings (Webinars)assign group projects (to becompleted offline)

3 Conduct role-playing simulationsCompetency-Driven ModelTo capture and transfertacit knowledge, learnersmust interact with andobserve experts on mentorsdevelop a knowledge repository(LCMS/LMS)Skill-driven modelBlended Learning that's skill-driven mixes interaction with a facilitator through email, discussion forums, andface-to-face meetings with self-paced Learning , such as Web-based courses and books. This type ofapproach is analogous to a chemical reaction, in which interaction with the instructor or facilitator acts as acatalyst to achieve the desired to a 2000 survey by the Masie Center, 88 percent of learners and 91 percent of managersrecommend that the trainer or facilitator be an active part of the online training program.

4 Survey respondentsplaced a high value on having the trainer monitor progress and contact the learner, evaluate online projectwork, build and facilitate an online community for the course participants, and be available via email or2002 Home2002 ArchivesConferencesEducationPublications MembershipResourcesCommunitiesHelpStore2 /13/13 Blended Learning Models - 2002 - discussion to respond to content questions. It's clear that combining self-paced Learning withfacilitator support keeps the learner from feeling isolated, which assists in the successful completion of theself-paced , this approach works best when people are Learning content at the knowledge or application to incorporate skill-driven Blended Learning includecreating a tightly scheduled group Learning planusing instructor-led overview and closing sessionsusing synchronous Learning labsproviding support to learners through Blended Learning PlanTechnology-basedtechniquesNon-techno logy basedtechniquesAnnouncementLMSemail pushflyermailphoneOverview sessionemailWebinartraditional classroomSelf-paced learningWeb-based tutoriale-booksEPSS simulationsarticlesbooksjob-aidson-the-j ob trainingQuery resolutionemailFAQinstant messengerface-to-face

5 MeetingDemonstrationWeb meetingsimulationstraditional classroomPracticesimulationworkbook assignmentFeedbackemailface-to-face meetingprint reportClosing sessionemailWebinartraditional classroomCertificationWeb-based testprint testBehavior-driven modelThis approach blends traditional classroom-based Learning with online collaborative Learning events. At times,the nature of the content, as well as the desired outcome (developing attitudes and behavior) necessitatesthe inclusion of collaborative Learning that's facilitated through face-to-face sessions or technology-enabledcollaborative events. Developers should use this approach to teach content that requires learners to try outnew behaviors in a risk-free environment.

6 For example, soft skill courses that require role playing aperformance evaluation or negotiating with a customer should employ a behavior-driven approach. Activitiesthat developers should incorporate into the overall Learning experience include discussion forums, Webinars,group projects, and online debates that use chat Blended Learning PlanTechnology-basedNon-technology based2/13/13 Blended Learning Models - 2002 - or email pushflyer, email, or phoneOverview sessionemailWebinartraditional classroomSelf-paced learningWeb-based tutoriale-bookssimulationsarticlesbooksw orkbooks with "if-then" decisiontablesQuery resolutionemailFAQinstant messengerface-to-face meeting withexpertAssessmentsimulationsprint testCollaborative sessionWebinarchatrole-playing with peersPracticesimulationsrole-playing with peersFeedback and closingsessionemailWebinartraditional classroomCompetency-driven modelThe success of knowledge workers depends on how quickly employees make decisions in the work part of the decision-making process is guided by common facts and working principles.

7 People alsoneed tacit knowledge that's often retained by experts. Learning that facilitates the transfer of tacit knowledgerequires a competency-driven approach. Because people absorb tacit knowledge by observing and interactingwith experts on the job, activities may include a blend of online performance support tools with live Driven Blended Learning PlanTechnology-basedtechniquesNon-techno logy basedtechniquesAssign guides ormentorsemailphoneCreate a communityspace on the Internet orintranetstudy groupsPracticeemaildiscussion forumssimulationsface-to-face meetingsworkshopsphoneHold discussiondiscussion forumschatface-to-face meetingsworkshopsphone2/13/13 Blended Learning Models - 2002 - Society for Training & DevelopmentAdvertise with UsAbout UsContact UsTerms & PrivacyJobs at ASTD 2010 ASTD All Rights Reserved 1640 King Street, Box 1443 Alexandria, VA 22313-1443.

8 USA Phone: Fax: Resolve queriesemailinstant messengerface-to-face meetingCapture learningstories and data compiledin a knowledge repository(LMS/LCMS)white papers Purnima Valiathan is an instructional design specialist for NIIT. She can be reached in New Delhi more information or report issues with this add pages to your ASTD Favorites you must be logged in.