Introduction to Blended Learning

Course details

The aim of the Introduction to Blended Learning course is to support you with the development of skills associated with the design and implementation of blended learning programmes within your organisation. This course will examine the various elearning technologies that can be used to deliver high impact and engaging development programmes; as well as the process and skills associated with moving from a face to face to a blended learning approach.

Who Should Attend?

This Introduction to Blended Learning course is ideal for learning and development professionals who are looking to increase the use of technology in the delivery of their training and development programmes. It will introduce you to the various types of elearning technologies available and how to apply them effectively in the delivery of programmes with in your organization.

Course Structure

The Introduction to Blended Learning course has been designed using a blended learning approach. It will include the following learning interventions:

• Live virtual classroom session - The course will start with a live virtual classroom session to introduce you to the core concepts associated with blended learning
• Skills based workshops - Following the Virtual Classroom, you will participate in a skills based workshop focusing on practicing the design of a blended learning programme
• eLearning Resources - You will have access to a wide range of elearning resources on the Harvest Learning Hub including discussion forums, digital learning resources, case studies, videos, additional reading material and a personal ePortfolio

Course Topics

• Business case and role of elearning in training delivery
• Blended learning frameworks and approaches
• Overview of the different types of learning technologies
• Blended Learning design process
• Creating a Blended Learning course – Case Study Analysis

Course Outcomes

At the end of this Introduction to Blended Learning course you will be able to:

• Define the roles and business case for the use of elearning technology in training and development programmes
• Describe the components of a blended learning delivery framework
• Describe the various elearning technology and infrastructure required to deliver a blended learning programme
• Outline a process for the design of an effective blended learning programme
• Create a blended learning journey for a real life training programme
• Discuss recent trends in the field of elearning from an organisational context