Blended Learning Project
Blended Learning Innovation Proposal
As part of my M.Ed. in Applied Digital Learning, I developed a proposal aimed at addressing the gap in student engagement and performance between face-to-face and online biology courses. This initiative introduces a blended individualized rotation model that combines in-person instruction, online activities, and self-paced learning. Over the course of three academic years, the pilot will:
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Provide flexible, personalized learning paths based on student performance
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Integrate technology for real-time feedback and self-assessment
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Include targeted academic support through regular progress monitoring
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Offer professional development for faculty to effectively implement the model
The goal is to improve student outcomes by tailoring instruction to diverse learning needs and sustaining engagement throughout the semester.
Blended Learning: Pathways to Increased Student Success
This literature review explores how blended learning—the integration of face-to-face and online instruction—can enhance student engagement, personalize learning, and improve academic outcomes. Grounded in educational research and principles like competency-based education and the Seven Principles for Good Practice in Undergraduate Education, the review highlights the evolving roles of faculty, the student experience, and the logistics required for successful implementation.
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Instructor’s Role: Delivering tailored instruction and tracking progress through digital tools and real-time feedback.
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Student Experience: Empowering learners through flexible, student-centered environments that support collaboration and lifelong learning.
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Logistics: Addressing planning, faculty training, and leadership support necessary for successful blended course development.
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Broader Impact: Demonstrating how blended learning supports student retention, faculty development, departmental goals, and workforce readiness, especially in community college settings.
This review supports the implementation of blended learning as a scalable solution to modern educational challenges and a pathway to student success.
Blended Learning Implementation Outline - Phased Plan for Departmental Integration
This implementation outline details a structured, three-phase plan to introduce blended learning into the Biology Department. Designed to ensure collaboration, data-informed decisions, and sustainability, the plan spans approximately 12–16 months and emphasizes minimal disruption to current resources and budgets. This step-by-step plan supports a smooth and thoughtful rollout of blended learning, aiming to improve student success, faculty engagement, and instructional innovation within the department.
Boosting Student Success Through
Blended Learning
Presentation: Boosting Student Success Through Blended Learning
This article explores how blended learning can boost student engagement and success in higher education. It shares key strategies, lessons learned, and digital tools to help educators create more flexible, effective, and inclusive classrooms. Ideal for faculty and administrators looking to innovate their teaching practices.
Blended Learning in Higher Education: Strategies for Enhancing Student Engagement and Success
This publication explores the transformative potential of blended learning in higher education by combining traditional face-to-face instruction with digital tools and online components to foster flexibility, engagement, and improved academic outcomes. Drawing from research, personal experience, and successful case studies, the article offers a practical guide for educators aiming to implement student-centered, technology-enhanced learning environments.
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Rationale for Blended Learning:
Blended learning meets the demands of today’s diverse student population by offering flexibility and personalized instruction—especially important for non-traditional learners and students balancing multiple commitments. -
Implementation Strategies:
The publication outlines five essential tactics:-
Establishing clear learning objectives aligned across modalities
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Selecting appropriate, accessible digital tools (e.g., Canvas, Padlet, Flipgrid)
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Creating a thoughtful balance of synchronous and asynchronous learning
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Promoting student interaction and collaboration through online platforms
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Monitoring progress and offering consistent, meaningful feedback
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Lessons Learned:
Successful implementation of blended learning depends on:-
Thoughtful course structure and communication
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Flexibility balanced with clear expectations
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Continuous, data-driven assessment and adaptation
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Awareness of students' digital access and literacy challenges
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Broader Impact:
The article emphasizes that blended learning not only supports individual student success but also contributes to institutional innovation. It offers actionable guidance for instructors and leaders who seek to create more inclusive, engaging, and future-ready classrooms.
Influencer Strategy: Blended Learning Adoption
This project outlines a comprehensive behavioral transformation strategy designed to support the adoption of a blended learning model by 90% of Anatomy & Physiology faculty by August 2026. The strategy focuses on driving long-term change through clear goal-setting, behavior modeling, and the Six Sources of Influence framework. The ultimate aim is to foster a more flexible and cohesive learning environment that leads to at least a 10% increase in student success rates. By combining motivational and structural influences across both personal and social domains, this strategy encourages faculty to not only adopt but also sustain the blended model. The integration of collaboration, coaching, technology access, and peer support positions the department for a transformative shift in instructional delivery and student engagement.
Bridging the Gap: Blended Learning, Student Engagement, and the Power of ePortfolios
In this episode of Bridging the Gap, we explore how technology and blended learning can transform the classroom experience, making it more personalized, engaging, and student-centered. We dive into the challenges educators face in combating student apathy and how blended learning—an approach that combines online and in-person instruction—can offer flexibility and foster greater engagement.
We also discuss the powerful role of ePortfolios in this process. By enabling students to track their progress, reflect on their learning, and receive ongoing feedback, ePortfolios empower students to take ownership of their educational journey. This episode offers practical strategies and real-world examples to help educators integrate technology and ePortfolios effectively, creating a more engaging and motivating learning environment.
If you're looking for ways to enhance student engagement, reduce apathy, and make learning more meaningful, this episode is for you. Tune in for actionable insights and inspiration to transform your teaching approach!
Driving Change with Blended Learning: A 4DX Strategy
This strategy lays out a clear, supportive roadmap to help faculty embrace blended learning in Anatomy and Physiology courses. Using the 4DX model and the Influencer framework, it focuses on building confidence, tracking progress, and fostering a strong sense of community. The goal? To boost student success and make teaching more dynamic and effective—together, one step at a time.