scholarly journals Book Review - Handbook of Research on K-12 Online and Blended Learning

2015 ◽  
Vol 19 (5) ◽  
Author(s):  
Diane Lynn Mayse
Keyword(s):  
Educational Technology ◽  
Online Learning ◽  
Blended Learning ◽  
International Association ◽  
Educational Games ◽  
Associate Editor ◽  
Educational Technology Research ◽  
Innovative Learning ◽  
K 12

The Handbook of Research on K-12 Online and Blended Learning, which is edited by Richard E. Ferdig and Kathryn Kennedy, is designed to be a collection of what is currently known about research in the field of K-12 online and blended learning and to serve as a resource for researchers, practitioners, and policy makers. Richard Ferdig is an accomplished researcher and current professor of Learning and Instructional Technologies at Kent State University. His research, teaching, and service work focus on combining cutting-edge technologies with current pedagogic theory to create innovative learning environments, such as educational games and simulations. Ferdig is also the editor-in-chief of the International Journal of Gaming and Computer Mediated Simulations and the associate editor-in-chief of the Journal of Technology and Teacher Education. He currently serves as a consulting editor for the development editorial board of Educational Technology Research and Development and on the review panel of the British Journal of Educational Technology. Kathryn Kennedy is an award-winning teacher, researcher, and professor in the area of curriculum and instruction with a focus on educational technology. Kennedy is a senior researcher at the Michigan Virtual Learning Research Institute (MVLRI)–an organization with the goals of supporting new learning models, engaging in active research to inform new policies in online and blended learning, and strengthening the infrastructure for sharing best practices. She was awarded the International Association for K-12 Online Learning (iNACOL) Online Learning Innovator Award for Outstanding Research in 2010 and 2012. The intended audience of this book includes anyone working, researching, teaching, or interested in learning more about K-12 online and blended learning. The editors’ purpose was to create a publicly available, free online resource to begin to synthesize the various strands of research in K-12 online and blended learning into one comprehensive catalogue. The editors’ thesis is that this resource will strengthen further research in the K-12 online and blended learning field by clarifying what is currently known and what is currently unknown; provide empirical resources for researchers, educators, administrators, and policy officials; and begin a process of annually reexamining research in the field.

Trends of Blended Learning in K-12 Schools

2018 ◽  
pp. 43-61
Author(s):  
Alex Kumi-Yeboah ◽  
Patriann Smith
Keyword(s):  
Online Learning ◽  
Blended Learning ◽  
International Association ◽  
Natural Extension ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Cd Rom ◽  
Face To Face ◽  
School Year ◽  
Training Film ◽  
K 12

Blended learning is a well-known and successful instructional model used in higher education and K-12 schools (International Association for K-12 Online Learning, 2012; Watson, 2012). It is estimated that about 37 percent of school districts in the United States had students enrolled in technology-supported distance education courses during the 2004/2005 school year (Zandberg & Lewis, 2008). An increased student population, coupled with the need to reduce educational costs, has led to a high demand for virtual instruction (Watson, 2010). Blended learning is a hybrid of traditional face-to-face and online learning in which instruction occurs through both classroom and online formats, with the online component being a natural extension of traditional classroom learning (Colis & Moonen, 2001). As such, the process may involve a combination of instructional technology formats (e.g., videotape, CD-ROM, Web-based training, film) and face-to-face instructor-led instruction (Driscoll, 2002). Despite its hybrid nature and the potential it holds for transforming classroom instruction, to date, little research exists that examines trends in blended learning and the challenges and possibilities of utilizing this method of instructional delivery at the K-12 level. Further, even less is known about best practices in K-12 blended learning and instruction (Ferdig et al., 2009). Given these considerations, in this chapter, the authors first explore trends in blended learning in K-12 schools. Subsequently, they examine the benefits and challenges of K-12 blended learning. In the final phases of the chapter, the authors highlight possible solutions to the challenges, discuss recommendation, and identify directions for future research.

Trends of Blended Learning in K-12 Schools

2014 ◽  
pp. 1-17 ◽  
Author(s):  
Alex Kumi-Yeboah ◽  
Patriann Smith
Keyword(s):  
Online Learning ◽  
Blended Learning ◽  
International Association ◽  
Natural Extension ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Cd Rom ◽  
Face To Face ◽  
School Year ◽  
Training Film ◽  
K 12

Blended learning is a well-known and successful instructional model used in higher education and K-12 schools (International Association for K-12 Online Learning, 2012; Watson, 2012). It is estimated that about 37 percent of school districts in the United States had students enrolled in technology-supported distance education courses during the 2004/2005 school year (Zandberg & Lewis, 2008). An increased student population, coupled with the need to reduce educational costs, has led to a high demand for virtual instruction (Watson, 2010). One strongly supported method is blended learning (Watson, 2010). Blended learning is a hybrid of traditional face-to-face and online learning in which instruction occurs through both classroom and online formats, with the online component being a natural extension of traditional classroom learning (Colis & Moonen, 2001). As such, the process may involve a combination of instructional technology formats (e.g., videotape, CD-ROM, Web-based training, film) and face-to-face instructor-led instruction (Driscoll, 2002). Despite its hybrid nature and the potential it holds for transforming classroom instruction, to date, little research exists that examines trends in blended learning and the challenges and possibilities of utilizing this method of instructional delivery at the K-12 level. Further, even less is known about best practices in K-12 blended learning and instruction (Ferdig, et al., 2009). Given these considerations, in this chapter, the authors first explore trends in blended learning in K-12 schools. Subsequently, they examine the benefits and challenges of K-12 blended learning. In the final phases of the chapter, the authors highlight possible solutions to the challenges, discuss recommendation, and identify directions for future research.

Trends of Blended Learning in K-12 Schools

2015 ◽  
pp. 1619-1635
Author(s):  
Alex Kumi-Yeboah ◽  
Patriann Smith
Keyword(s):  
Online Learning ◽  
Blended Learning ◽  
International Association ◽  
Natural Extension ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Cd Rom ◽  
Face To Face ◽  
School Year ◽  
Training Film ◽  
K 12

Blended learning is a well-known and successful instructional model used in higher education and K-12 schools (International Association for K-12 Online Learning, 2012; Watson, 2012). It is estimated that about 37 percent of school districts in the United States had students enrolled in technology-supported distance education courses during the 2004/2005 school year (Zandberg & Lewis, 2008). An increased student population, coupled with the need to reduce educational costs, has led to a high demand for virtual instruction (Watson, 2010). Blended learning is a hybrid of traditional face-to-face and online learning in which instruction occurs through both classroom and online formats, with the online component being a natural extension of traditional classroom learning (Colis & Moonen, 2001). As such, the process may involve a combination of instructional technology formats (e.g., videotape, CD-ROM, Web-based training, film) and face-to-face instructor-led instruction (Driscoll, 2002). Despite its hybrid nature and the potential it holds for transforming classroom instruction, to date, little research exists that examines trends in blended learning and the challenges and possibilities of utilizing this method of instructional delivery at the K-12 level. Further, even less is known about best practices in K-12 blended learning and instruction (Ferdig et al., 2009). Given these considerations, in this chapter, the authors first explore trends in blended learning in K-12 schools. Subsequently, they examine the benefits and challenges of K-12 blended learning. In the final phases of the chapter, the authors highlight possible solutions to the challenges, discuss recommendation, and identify directions for future research.

scholarly journals Misbehaving Toddler or Moody Teenager: Examining the Maturity of the Field of K-12 Online Learning

2020 ◽  
Vol 20 (64) ◽  
Author(s):  
Michael Barbour
Keyword(s):  
Online Learning ◽  
Blended Learning ◽  
Student Experience ◽  
Instructional Model ◽  
Learning Programs ◽  
Learning Research ◽  
K 12 ◽  
Future Practice

Depending on the reference, the practice of K-12 online learning began sometime between 1991 and 1996. Yet two and a half to three decades later, there is still little research to describe the K-12 online or blended learning student experience, which has resulted in a lack of understanding of the actual instructional model, nature of the curriculum, and type and amount of support employed by K-12 distance, online, and blended learning programs. Further, much of the available research is atheoretical, methodologically questionable, contextually limited, and overgeneralized. All these factors make the K-12 distance, online, and blended learning research that does exist of little value in guiding practice. This manuscript examines the maturity of research in the field of K-12 distance, online, and blended learning, with the goal of providing researchers with meaningful impact on future practice.

scholarly journals Editorial 29(1)

2013 ◽  
Vol 29 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Sue Bennett ◽  
Barney Dalgarno ◽  
Gregor Kennedy
Keyword(s):  
Educational Technology ◽  
High Volume ◽  
Associate Professor ◽  
Educational Technology Research ◽  
Editorial Team ◽  
Selection Committee ◽  
Distributed Structure ◽  
Scholarly Impact ◽  
Strong Position

<p>It is with great pleasure that we present our first editorial as the incoming lead editors of the Australasian Journal of Educational Technology (AJET). We’d like to thank the selection committee representing the ascilite executive and the AJET editorial board for the confidence they have shown in us in appointing us to this role for the next three years.</p> <p>Our first and most important task is to acknowledge the contribution of outgoing editors Dr Roger Atkinson and Associate Professor Catherine McLoughlin and to thank them for their work together over the past 10 years. We’d particularly like to acknowledge the contribution of Roger Atkinson as AJET production editor for more than 15 years. The very strong position AJET finds itself in, with a high volume of submissions and the quality and scholarly impact of articles, is in no small measure attributable to the work of Roger, Catherine, and their predecessor as editor prior to 2002, Professor Ron Oliver.</p> <p>We’d like to highlight the new editorial team structure we have put in place, which consists of ourselves (Associate Professors Sue Bennett, Barney Dalgarno and Gregor Kennedy) as lead editors and Dr Helen Farley, Professor Robert Fitzgerald, Dr Michael Henderson, Dr Terry Judd, Professor Lori Lockyer and Dr Lina Markauskaite as associate editors. We are confident that this new distributed structure will sustain the journal well into the future.</p> <p>This issue contains a range of articles addressing some of the most important contemporary issues in educational technology research, including technology supported learning design in higher education, teacher knowledge and ICT capacity development, the use of laptops and mobile devices in schools, and comparisons of learning outcomes achieved with and without technology.</p>

scholarly journals Comparison of Face-To-Face and Hybrid Delivery of a Course that Requires Technology Skills Development

10.28945/3358 ◽  
2009 ◽  
Author(s):  
Gary Senn
Keyword(s):  
Educational Technology ◽  
Online Learning ◽  
Interactive Video ◽  
Degree Program ◽  
Education Professionals ◽  
Face To Face ◽  
Software Packages ◽  
Hybrid Classes ◽  
Online Format ◽  
K 12

Online learning continues to be among the fastest-growing sectors of higher education. K-12 teachers and education professionals outside of the K-12 classroom are among the consumers taking interest in online learning. With many opportunities for technology-enriched learning, educators are becoming more interested in educational technology programs that will provide them with credentials necessary to serve in the growing areas of educational technology incorporation and online learning. A degree program in educational technology was established that offered classes through a variety of delivery methods. Classes were delivered in face-to-face, online, and hybrid formats. Hybrid classes were offered with some portions online, some face-to-face and, in some cases, twoway, interactive video. To address needs for an increasing number of students who traveled for some distance to participate in the degree program, the faculty began moving the entire program online. Two classes were particularly difficult to move to an online format. These two design and development tools classes required the learning of skills related to specific software packages that were unfamiliar to most students. The classes required much practice with the software packages and much instructor support that included demonstration of skills and troubleshooting during the learning process.

scholarly journals Professional development design in elementary school blended learning environments : changes in teacher mindsets and adaptive thinking skills

2018 ◽  
Author(s):  
◽  
Angela Nicole Holt
Keyword(s):  
Professional Development ◽  
Elementary School ◽  
Active Learning ◽  
Blended Learning ◽  
International Association ◽  
Thinking Skills ◽  
Teacher Responses ◽  
K 12 ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Core Features

This mixed method convergent study explored the impact of design and delivery of professional development practices in a large, urban school district in Missouri. Certificated classroom teachers at 23 pre-determined elementary school sites (541 participants) were electronically surveyed. Additionally, three department leaders were interviewed and their responses provided insights about core features of professional development (content focused, active learning, coherence, duration and collective participation) present within the district. The International Association for K-12 Online Learning's (iNACOL) Blended Learning Teacher Competency Framework and transformative learning theory both provided a lens for examining professional development design and practice within the research study. The quantitative results of the study reveal significant increase in teacher responses from the technical skill and adaptive thinking domains. Additionally, qualitative data collected during the study found professional development delivered during the implementation window did include all five core features of professional development (content focused, active learning, coherence, duration and collective participation). While significance was noted in several variables studied, the Mindset domain showed no significant improvements in teacher responses on either measurement.

scholarly journals EVALUASI PELAKSANAAN PEMBELAJARAN DARING DI INDONESIA SELAMA MASA PANDEMI COVID-19

2021 ◽  
Vol 12 (1) ◽  
pp. 104-113
Author(s):  
Jumardi Budiman
Keyword(s):  
Online Learning ◽  
Learning Styles ◽  
Blended Learning ◽  
Learning Strategies ◽  
Negative Impact ◽  
Positive Impact ◽  
Learning System ◽  
Digital Learning ◽  
Learning Mechanisms ◽  
Innovative Learning

ABSTRAKPandemi covid-19 membuat sistem pembelajaran di Indonesia yang berlangsung secara klasikal berubah menjadi pembelajaran dalam jaringan (daring). Tujuan penelitian ini yakni mengevaluasi pelaksanaan pembelajaran daring di Indonesia pada masa pandemi covid-19. Metode penelitian menggunakan studi kepustakaan dengan sumber data berupa artikel ilmiah yang membahas tentang pelaksanaan pembelajaran daring selama masa pandemi covid-19. Teknik analisis data menggunakan analisa kualitatif yakni reduksi data, penyajian data dan verifikasi/ penarikan kesimpulan. Temuan dalam penelitian ini bahwa mekanisme pembelajaran daring memiliki dampak positif berupa kemandirian siswa dalam belajar, peningkatan aktivitas mencari sumber belajar dan inovasi gaya belajar. Dampak negatif pembelajaran daring berupa rasa jenuh dan penurunan minat belajar akibat kegagalan siswa dan guru dalam mengatasi kendala seperti sarana penunjang yang tidak memadai, ketiadaan kuota internet dan sinyal internet yang buruk. Tantangan yang dihadapi oleh siswa dan guru selama pembelajaran daring yakni ketersediaan sarana penunjang, strategi pembelajaran yang inovatif dan sinergi ntara komponen pendidikan. Pembelajaran daring berpeluang untuk terus dilaksanakan dengan system blended learning guna menciptakan ekosistem pembelajaran digital yang efektif dan efisien.Kata Kunci: Evaluasi, pembelajaran, dalam jaringan, pandemi covid-19 ABSTRACTPandemic covid-19 makes the learning system in Indonesia that takes place classically turned into online learning. The purpose of this study is to evaluate the implementation of online learning in Indonesia during the Covid-19 pandemic. The research method uses library research with data sources in the form of scientific articles that discuss the implementation of online learning during the Covid-19 pandemic. The data analysis technique uses qualitative analysis, namely data reduction, data presentation and verification / conclusion. The findings in this study are that online learning mechanisms have a positive impact in the form of student’s independence in learning, increased activity to find learning resources and innovation in learning styles. The negative impact of online learning is in the form of boredom and decreased interest in learning due to the failure of students and teachers to overcome obstacles such as inadequate supporting facilities, absence of internet quota and poor internet signal. The challenges faced by students and teachers during online learning are the availability of supporting facilities, innovative learning strategies and synergy between education components. Online learning has the opportunity to continue to be implemented with a blended learning system to create an effective and efficient digital learning ecosystemKeywords: Evaluation, learning, online, the covid-19 pandemic

scholarly journals THE EFFECTIVENESS OF BLENDED LEARNING STRATEGY FORMULATION ON IMPLEMENTING CURRICULUM IN DEPARTMENT OF CURRICULUM AND EDUCATIONAL TECHNOLOGY AT PADANG STATE UNIVERSITY

2018 ◽  
Author(s):  
Alwen Bentri ◽  
Ulfia Rahmi
Keyword(s):  
Educational Technology ◽  
Online Learning ◽  
Blended Learning ◽  
Learning Strategy ◽  
School Curriculum ◽  
Design Development ◽  
Strategy Formulation ◽  
Implementation Phase ◽  
Face To Face ◽  
Addie Model

The purpose of this study was to test the effectiveness of formulation of blended learningvalidated and it’s practicality was counted from previous study. The model used for the overallstudy was ADDIE model of the five stages, namely Analysis, Design, Development,Implementation, and Evaluation. This second year was the implementation phase to test theeffectiveness of the formulation blended learning strategy on the School Curriculum Studiessubjects. The activity began with implementing the learning process using blended learningstrategy formulation with the formula of online learning and face-to-face 62.5% 37.5% appliedto 40 students. Based on data analysis has been conducted on students' final grades obtained bythe value of the t test at the 0.05 level of 0.032. This proved that there were significantdifferences between the results of learning to use the strategy formulation blended learning withface-to-face lectures on the implementation of the curriculum in the Department of Curriculumand Educational Technology. In other words, the strategy formulation of blended learning wasmore effective than lectures conducted by face-to-face. The implication of this study need to beformulated of combination formulations face to face and online learning based on thecharacteristics of lecture material.

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