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Blended learning is a general term for instruction that effectively combines face-to-face and online activities. The combination of the two is varied, as the learning format is selected according to the objectives of the class. One of the characteristics of blended learning is that an appropriate combination of different formats can increase learning effectiveness compared to face-to-face class alone.
Blended learning is a general term for instruction that effectively combines face-to-face and online activities. The combination of the two is varied, as the learning format is selected according to the objectives of the class. One of the characteristics of blended learning is that an appropriate combination of different formats can increase learning effectiveness compared to face-to-face class alone.
Three Learning Formats
Three Learning Formats
There are three primary learning formats: face-to-face, synchronous, and asynchronous.
Face-to-face learning is a learning format that takes place in a traditional classroom. It is characterized by its ability to facilitate discussions and opinions between faculty and students and among students and provide immediate feedback because the students can monitor the status of their work efforts in real-time. In addition, face-to-face learning is a method that is suitable for learning skills through role-plays and other exercises and practical skills.
Synchronous online learning. Delivering tools allow instructors to conduct a class in a style similar to face-to-face lectures. It also has features such as real-time interaction between faculty and students and the exchange of opinions among students. In work, this method is suitable for situations with a relatively large amount of synchronous interaction, such as dialogues and discussions.
Asynchronous online learning. Students can take the course at their own pace without being restricted by class time or location, and they can steadily acquire knowledge through repeated lectures and tests. This method is best suited for topics focused on knowledge acquisition, and students can learn more effectively at their own pace.
Three learning formats
Combination of Learning Formats in a Single Class
Combination of Learning Formats in a Single Class
Flipped learning
（Asynchronous learning + Synchronous learning）
Flipped learning
（Asynchronous learning + Synchronous learning）
Teach knowledge to students in an on-demand format and incorporate interactive activities in breakout rooms during class time. Students share their opinions on the topic to promote activities that expand their thinking from the ideas of others.
Flipped learning
（Asynchronous learning + Face-to-face learning）
Flipped learning
（Asynchronous learning + Face-to-face learning）
Teach knowledge to students on demand and incorporate role-playing during class time. The program promotes knowledge retention, problem-solving, setting realistic situations, and giving students specific roles to interact with.
Asynchronous learning
Asynchronous learning
Teach knowledge to students on demand and incorporate asynchronous student discussion activities using Moodle's discussion boards. Discussions among students promote understanding of the subject matter.
Combination of Learning Formats in Multiple course
Combination of Learning Formats in Multiple course
There is also a method of combining face-to-face and online courses in multiple sessions within a course.
For example, of the 15 classes, the first and second classes, the final class, and other classes where face-to-face instruction is desirable are conducted face-to-face. In contrast, the rest of the classes are conducted through face-to-face/synchronous learning and asynchronous learning (Example 1). In addition, when there are exercises such as practical skills and practical training, face-to-face courses (exercises) and asynchronous learning (lectures) are alternated (Example 2).
The combination of class formats within a course varies depending on the objectives and learning goals of the class. Therefore, the combination of class formats should be made in consideration of the objectives of the class and the expected learning effects (learning achievement objectives).
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