Download or read book Middle School Teachers Perceptions of Factors Impacting the Effective Implementation of a Rotational Model of Blended Learning written by Chad L. Cohrs and published by . This book was released on 2018 with total page 84 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This study examined the perceptions of middle school teachers relating to factors impacting the implementation of a rotational model of blended learning. Forty-one middle school teachers who were utilizing a rotational model of blended learning in four school districts in eastern and southeastern Pennsylvania public schools participated in this study. Data were collected through an online survey that included open-ended questions and through follow up interviews with a limited number of participants. The results suggest that participating teachers agreed with the need for ongoing professional development and administrative support as critical factors impacting implementation. The results of the study also revealed specific instructional skills including designing instruction, differentiation, and adapting or personalizing instruction as important to successful implementation. The resource of time, both for planning and instructing, was identified as a key component impacting the effectiveness of blended learning. The findings also suggest that teachers must be given the flexibility to alter implementation of the rotational model as they see fit, rather than strict adherence to a single format.
Download or read book Middle School Teachers Perceptions of Professional Development for Blended Learning Implementation written by Jessica Wear and published by . This book was released on 2021 with total page 152 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: As technology use in the classroom became more prevalent, so did the questions of how to effectively integrate technology into instructional practice. From this rise in questions about how to effectively integrate technology, the term blended learning emerged. Blended learning serves as a description of practices for educators to effectively implement and integrate technology in classrooms. Through an adult learning framework, I used a qualitative interpretive research design to examine middle school teachers’ perceptions of professional development for implementing blended learning. I sampled 32 middle school teachers who completed questionnaires, and I interviewed three teachers based on their responses to the questionnaire. The data revealed teachers’ perceptions of professional development offered for implementing blended learning varied depending on their own conceptual understanding of blended learning. There was a misidentification of what constitutes blended learning among the participants, which was found to alter their perceptions of the professional development opportunities offered at the district and/or school level. Additionally, the data revealed teachers’ perceptions of school and/or district professional development on blended learning did influence the classroom implementation of blended learning strategies and the need for more accessible and more personalized opportunities for professional development.
Download or read book Teacher Perceptions on Blended Learning Implementation Initiatives in Schools written by Matthew N. Conrad and published by . This book was released on 2021 with total page 178 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The purpose of this study was to determine the effect blended learning initiatives in schools. The study sought to determine teachers' perceptions of how student engagernent is affected by blended learning. This study also explored teachers' perceptions of the strategies used in the implementation of blended learning. Finally. the study sought to determine teachers' perceptions of the effectiveness of professional development on the implementation of blended learning strategies. Participants in this study included elementary, middle and high school teachers employed by one school district in central Pennsylvania. A total of 68 teachers participated in the online survey. Five teachers volunteered to answer six researcher designed interview questions. A panel of experienced educators reviewed and approved all the survey and interview questions. Findings indicated that teachers acknowledged the importance of a school district's need to have a well-defined plan prior to initiating a blended model for learning. Response data revealed that without a well-established teacher to student connection. student motivation and engagement in the blended model is not likely to occur well. This study also supported that a comprehensive approach to professional development rooted in well communicated procedures and expectations is a key to giving the blended model the greatest opportunity to be successful in schools, These findings can guide future research for educators who want to implement blended learning practices in their schools to increase students' options to further customize their educational path.
Download or read book The Impact of Blended Learning at the Secondary Level written by Jeff Smith and published by . This book was released on 2019 with total page 107 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This qualitative case study examined and explored perspectives of teachers regarding the effectiveness of a locally designed and developed high school blended learning initiative. This case study also provided insight into teachers' perceptions regarding factors that affect the implementation of a blended learning initiative as well as delving into teacher perceptions related to the effectiveness of professional development provided for teachers of blended courses. Teachers from one public high school in central Pennsylvania, all teaching at least one blended course, completed a researcher-designed Likert-scale statement survey, provided answers to open-ended questions, with a limited number participating in interviews which were conducted by an independent interviewer. The results of this study revealed that teachers in the school where this research was conducted had favorable perceptions regarding the effectiveness of a locally designed and developed blended learning initiative. The findings also identified variables that affect the implementation of a blended learning initiative and acknowledged the importance of flexible scheduling and ability for teachers to collaborate on a regular basis as variables that would provide structure to support a blended learning initiative. Although the results of this study regarding district professional development support for teachers delivering instruction in a blended fashion were promising, there was an indication that professional development needs to be continuous and ongoing after implementation.
Download or read book Blended written by Michael B. Horn and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2017-11-06 with total page 336 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Navigate the transition to blended learning with this practical field guide Blended is the practical field guide for implementing blended learning techniques in K-12 classrooms. A follow-up to the bestseller Disrupting Class by Clayton M. Christensen, Michael Horn, and Curtis Johnson, this hands-on guide expands upon the blended learning ideas presented in that book to provide practical implementation guidance for educators seeking to incorporate online learning with traditional classroom time. Readers will find a step-by-step framework upon which to build a more student-centered system, along with essential advice that provides the expertise necessary to build the next generation of K-12 learning environments. Leaders, teachers, and other stakeholders will gain valuable insight into the process of using online learning to the greatest benefit of students, while avoiding missteps and potential pitfalls. If online learning has not already rocked your local school, it will soon. Blended learning is one of the hottest trends in education right now, and educators are clamoring for "how-to" guidance. Blended answers the call by providing detailed information about the strategy, design, and implementation of a successful blended learning program. Discover a useful framework for implementing blended learning Unlock the benefits and mitigate the risks of online learning Find answers to the most commonly asked questions surrounding blended learning Create a more student-centered system that functions as a positive force across grade levels Educators who loved the ideas presented in Disrupting Class now have a field guide to making it work in a real-world school, with expert advice for making the transition smoother for students, parents, and teachers alike. For educational leaders seeking more student-centered schools, Blended provides the definitive roadmap.
Download or read book Teacher Perceptions of Blended Learning and Its Relationship to Standardized Test Scores in Elementary Grades written by Tina Pompa-Wagner and published by . This book was released on 2017 with total page 117 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The purpose of this mixed methodology study was to gather the perceptions of teachers using a blended or hybrid learning approach within the elementary classroom in regards to the motivation, engagement, personalization, and achievement of students, as well as which model of blended learning teachers deemed most effective. Data were collected in the form of surveys, open response questions, personal interviews, and archival Pennsylvania System of School Assessment (PSSA) data. Thirty-four teachers partook in the survey, and seven teachers participated in personal interviews. Four school districts located in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania were included in this study representing rural and suburban areas in the state. Results indicated teachers perceived blended learning to be more engaging and motivating than traditional instruction. The ability to personalize instruction for various learners was perceived by teachers to be a benefit of the pedagogy. Although teachers perceived blended learning to have an impact on student achievement, most were unsure if a relationship existed between the use of blended learning and standardized test scores. Although not a correlational study, the percentage of students who scored proficient or higher on the mathematics portion of the state standardized tests increased after a blended learning model was implemented. Similarly, the percentage of students who scored proficient or higher on the English language arts portion of the PSSA showed a slight increase after a blended learning model was used. When surveyed, teachers perceived the Station Rotation model as the most beneficial blended learning model used in the elementary grades. Based on teacher perceptions, school districts may wish to pursue further research on the benefits of blended learning in the elementary setting.
Download or read book Teachers Perceptions of the Relationships Among Blended Learning Classrooms Teaching Presence and Student Engagement in Secondary Grades in Tennessee written by Danielle Smallwood and published by . This book was released on 2023 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The purpose of this basic qualitative, interpretative study was to explore the relationships among blended learning classrooms, communities of inquiry, and student engagement in secondary grades in Tennessee. I conducted this study using the Communities of Inquiry framework to find a deeper understanding and gain insight into Tennessee public secondary teachers’ perceptions of blended learning classrooms, communities of inquiry, and student engagement in a blended learning environment during the COVID-19 pandemic. Due to the lack of existing research on the on secondary teachers' perceptions of blended learning instruction and student engagement, I conducted this study to increase the literature base and fill in gaps regarding this topic. To address the gaps in literature, I utilized SurveyMonkey, a web-based platform, to collect data through a web-based questionnaire with one multiple choice question, and 10 open-ended questions. I utilized purposeful sampling to determine the participants of this study, who were Tennessee’s public secondary teachers, certified to teach in the State of Tennessee, who taught as a public secondary teacher, 7th-12th grades, and who utilized a blended learning model of instruction during the instructional years of 2020-2023. After collecting data from 14 participants, via an online questionnaire, I analyzed the data using open, axial, and selective coding to generate themes. Secondary public school teachers indicated secondary teachers utilized online learning platforms as instructional tools to create meaningful lessons and students utilized specific technology tools to engage in classroom activities through online programs in blended classrooms.
Download or read book The Impact of Leadership Support for Blended Learning on Techers and Students written by Michelle Bodden-White and published by . This book was released on 2015 with total page 89 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This quantitative study examined the relationship between teachers’ perceptions ofleadership support for their use of a blended learning approach to teach math in fourth or fifth grade and their use of blended learning. The study also examined teachers’ perceptions ofleadership support for incorporating blended learning and student engagement. This study was undertaken to provide insight into teachers’ perceptions of leadership support for the incorporation of blended learning as well as their perceptions of leadership support and student engagement. Current research exists on the efficacy of blended learning atthe elementary school level, leadership supports for blended learning, and relationships between student engagement and technology. Understanding teachers’ perceptions of what is helpfuland/or supportive can assist leaders in their efforts to effectively expand the incorporation of blended learning in the classroom.Quantitative data was collected through a survey of 230 elementary schools n the New York City Department of Education. A total of 178 teachers responded to the survey. Findings included a positive correlation between the number of blended lessons taught per week and teachers’ perceptions of leadership support for blended learning. Additional findings included positive correlations between student engagement and specific leadership actions to support blended learning. The study showed that when teachers perceived the leader supports blended learning, they used blended learning. Additionally, there was a relationship between leaders’ actions to support teachers’ use of blended learning and student engagement in the classroom.
Download or read book Blended Learning written by Joseph Veres and published by . This book was released on 2013 with total page 158 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: As blended learning expands educational environments, the effect of blended learning on the teacher's self-perception of effectiveness plays a significant role in the validity of the movement. The purpose of this case study explored how and why blended learning affected the self-perception of effectiveness of three middle school teachers. Using qualitative methodology, this case study conducted in the southwestern region of the United States through naturalistic inquiry, determined how blended learning affected the self-perception of teacher effectiveness. The data collection of the study included journaling, semi-structured interviews, and direct observations to examine their self-perceptions during a blended learning environment. The study identified possible limitations and advantages of blended learning in relation to effectiveness and compared their self-perception of effectiveness to their traditional teaching methods. The findings and conclusions of the study demonstrated a change in the participant's self-perception of effectiveness. Four distinct themes of environment, instruction, management, and relationships emerged from the study which may assist in identifying the skills and characteristics needed for educators to be effective leaders in blended learning. Future recommendations for research consist of conducting a similar study with under performing teachers, using criteria-based evaluation tools to support level of effectiveness, incorporate a large-scale study, implement various blended learning models within one environment to determine success of the model, and determine whether blended learning has the ability to close the achievement gap between students.
Download or read book Factors that Influence Student and Teacher Success in a Blended Learning Environment written by Kirk V. Johnson and published by . This book was released on 2019 with total page 111 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This study examined the perceptions of teachers relating to factors that contributed to student and teacher success in a blended learning environment. The study was conducted in one school district in southeastern Pennsylvania, comprised of three high schools. Twenty-eight secondary public-school teachers of varying blended-learning teaching experience participated in the online survey, from whom eight individuals currently teaching within the blended modality provided comprehensive insights extracted through interview questions. The results indicated that the participating teacher identified common factors that impact teacher and student success in a blended learning environment but have different ramifications. These factors include: (a) student personality, (b) good teaching practices, (c) prioritizing outcomes, (d) school culture, and (e) teacher knowledge of content area. Because this study was focused on only one public school district, the perceptions of the participants of this study may not be generalized to all teachers of blended learning. However, the identified factors that contribute to student and teacher achievement in blended learning were largely supported by research and may prove worthy of investigation within context of a district considering implementing blended learning.
Download or read book Middle School Teachers Perceptions of Blended Learning written by Jeffrey S. Matzner and published by . This book was released on 2018 with total page 218 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Teacher and Administrator Perceptions of Effective Leadership During Implementation of Blended Learning written by Katherine Schiefer and published by . This book was released on 2017 with total page 158 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This instrumental qualitative case study was conducted to gain an understanding of the perceptions of leadership during the implementation process of blended learning and the perceptions of blended learning as a viable instructional strategy. Six school districts in the state of Pennsylvania that use blended learning through the Hybrid Learning Institute participated in the study. Seventeen general education teachers from first grade through sixth grade and eleven administrators were surveyed. The data were disaggregated into three categories: Establishing a Clear Focus, Managing Change, and Creating a Purposeful Community. The categories were analyzed based on teacher and administrator perceptions of the characterized leadership qualities. Similar themes in the data indicated that both teachers and administrators in this study positively rated leadership support during the implementation process of blended learning. All three categories of leadership had a positive rating, with Creating a Purposeful Community ranked as the highest among teachers and Managing Change ranked highest among administrators. Overall, administrators consistently ranked their leadership qualities substantially higher than teacher perceptions of administrator leadership qualities. Similarly, administrators showed a greater amount of positive responses when compared to teacher responses about blended learning as an effective teaching strategy. The results of this study expand upon the limited body of research on the teacher and administrator perceptions of effective leadership during the implementation process of blended learning at the K-6 level.
Download or read book Blended Learning written by Anthony G. Picciano and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2013-11-07 with total page 391 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Blended learning, which combines the strength of face-to-face and technology-enhanced learning, is increasingly being seen as one of the most important vehicles for education reform today. Blended learning allows both teacher and learner access to radically increased possibilities for understanding how we transmit and receive information, how we interact with others in educational settings, how we build knowledge, and how we assess what we have taught or learned. Blended Learning: Research Perspectives, Volume 2 provides readers with the most current, in-depth collection of research perspectives on this vital subject, addressing institutional issues, design and adoption issues, and learning issues, as well as an informed meditation on future trends and research in the field. As governments, foundations, schools, and colleges move forward with plans and investments for vast increases in blended learning environments, a new examination of the existing research on the topic is essential reading for all those involved in this educational transformation.
Download or read book The Impact of Blended Learning on Teacher Practices and Student Learning written by Teresa Leporace-Carboy and published by . This book was released on 2016 with total page 130 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This study examined teachers' perceptions and practices regarding the use of blended learning as an instructional strategy and its impact on student learning and teaching practices. Fifty-one K-12 teachers who utilized blended learning participated in this study. Data was collected through the use of an online survey, open-ended questions, as well as through face-to-face interviews with 8 participants. The study identified (1) teachers' perceptions related to the impact of blended learning on student learning; (2) teachers' perceptions related to the impact of blended learning on teaching practices; and (3) teachers' perceptions related to their preparedness to teach in a blended learning environment. The results suggested that the participating teachers agreed that blended learning positively impacts student engagement, focus and attention, student motivation, individualized instruction, and opportunities for students to collaborate. Furthermore, the results of this study also revealed that teacher participants believed that blended learning positively influenced their teaching practices with opportunities to individualize and differentiate instruction, student feedback, technology enhanced lessons, time in planning lessons, and opportunities to monitor and adjust student learning. This study also acknowledged that support from building leadership, opportunities to collaborate with peers, and on-going and systematic professional development affected the success of students in a blended learning environment. The findings from this research revealed that teachers recognized a strong utility of blended learning as an instructional strategy, primarily in providing insight into student learning, teaching practices, and professional development.
Download or read book Complete Guide to Blended Learning written by Caitlin R. Tucker and published by Solution Tree Press. This book was released on 2022-05-31 with total page 206 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Skillfully shifting between online and in-person learning has become expected of teachers. In this essential guide, you will learn how to harness technology to enhance student learning in both realms. Combining theory, reflection, and personal experience, author Catlin R. Tucker equips educators with a wide variety of strategies and tools to support student and educator success in blended environments and beyond. K–12 teachers and administrators will: Gain insight on why blended instruction provides paths for effective, student-centered teaching Learn to navigate flexible learning landscapes Understand different collaborative and community-oriented strategies for successful blended teaching Utilize thoughtful reflection questions to examine your own school or district Discover strong theoretical frameworks and models for online and offline instruction Contents: Introduction Chapter 1: Blended Learning Chapter 2: Building Your Blended Learning Technology Toolbox Chapter 3: Teachers as Designers of Learning Experiences Chapter 4: Teachers as Instructors and Content-Area Experts Chapter 5: Teachers as Facilitators of and Partners in Learning Chapter 6: Developing a Dynamic Learning Community Chapter 7: The 5Es Instructional Model and Student-Centered Inquiry Chapter 8: Taking Blended Learning to the Next Level Conclusion Appendix: Glossary References and Resources Index
Download or read book Blended Learning written by Anthony G. Picciano and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2021-09-28 with total page 354 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Blended Learning: Research Perspectives, Volume 3 offers new insights into the state of blended learning, an instructional modality that combines face-to-face and digitally mediated experiences. Education has recently seen remarkable advances in instructional technologies such as adaptive and personalized instruction, virtual learning environments, gaming, analytics, and big data software. This book examines how these and other evolving tools are fueling advances in our schools, colleges, and universities. Original scholarship from education’s top thinkers will prepare researchers and learning designers to tackle major issues relating to learning effectiveness, diversity, economies of scale, and beyond.
Download or read book The Blended Learning Blueprint for Elementary Teachers written by Jayme Linton and published by Corwin Press. This book was released on 2018-02-09 with total page 214 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Your blueprint for empowering students through personalized learning In today’s technologically-integrated world, blended learning is a natural fit for the elementary classroom, where many teachers already think flexibly about the learning environment, resources, and time in order to meet diverse student needs. As blended elementary classrooms become more common, teachers and administrators must develop a shared understanding of the characteristics of effective instruction in blended environments. This guide is designed to help K-5 teachers develop and carry out a plan for effective instruction in blended environments. Presented in a step-by-step workbook format, this resource identifies the competencies blended teachers need and strategies for development, culminating in a personalized implementation plan for successful blended instruction. Readers will Take an in-depth look at the iNACOL Blended Learning Teacher Competency Framework, to foster a deeper understanding of the teacher proficiencies needed for effective blended learning environments. Identify your own strengths and needs related to the blended teacher competencies. Develop a personalized blueprint for designing and facilitating blended learning in your classrooms. Tailor your needs and goals when it comes to maximizing instructional time, personalizing learning, empowering students, pursuing professional learning, and more. Explore specific strategies and examples of blended learning in elementary classrooms, and reflect on your own plans for blended instruction. Making the shift to blended learning requires intentional planning and support. This workbook will guide you through the process of developing an actionable plan for blended learning in your classroom.
