Blended Learning in Higher Education: Framework, Principles, and Guidelines - Hardcover

Garrison, D. Randy; Vaughan, Norman D.

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0787987700 ISBN 13: 9780787987701

Publisher: Jossey Bass, 2007

Synopsis

This groundbreaking book offers a down-to-earth resource for the practical application of blended learning in higher education as well as a comprehensive examination of the topic. Well-grounded in research, Blended Learning in Higher Education clearly demonstrates how the blended learning approach embraces the traditional values of face-to-face teaching and integrates the best practices of online learning. This approach has proven to both enhance and expand the effectiveness and efficiency of teaching and learning in higher education across disciplines. In this much-needed book, authors D. Randy Garrison and Norman D. Vaughan present the foundational research, theoretical framework, scenarios, principles, and practical guidelines for the redesign and transformation of the higher education curriculum. Blended Learning in Higher Education Outlines seven blended learning redesign principles Explains the professional development issues essential to the implementation of blended learning designs Presents six illustrative scenarios of blended learning design Contains practical guidelines to blended learning redesign Describes techniques and tools for engaging students

About this title

About the Author

D. Randy Garrison is a professor and director of the Teaching & Learning Centre at the University of Calgary. Norman D. Vaughan is an instructor and coordinator of the blended learning support program at the University of Calgary.

From the Back Cover

Praise for Blended Learning in Higher Education

"Garrison and Vaughan have provided something both welcome and rare: practical advice about how to use technology in education that is grounded in a sound theoretical framework. The community of inquiry theory is the basis for valuable guidance on blending classroom and distance learning for everyone facing the challenges and opportunities of using online technologies in higher education."
—Michael Grahame Moore, professor, The Pennsylvania State University, and editor, The American Journal of Distance Education

"Blended Learning in Higher Education advocates that leadership realize the potential for institutional transformation while providing fundamental practicality for faculty success. Garrison and Vaughan have made an invaluable contribution to the broader community of inquiry for everyone committed to blended learning excellence."
—Barbara E. Truman, director, Course Development and Web Services, University of Central Florida

"This book will make every university professor and administrator think about how they can improve the learning experience. Not only is it well-rooted in theory, but it is practical. The authors go through specific disciplines and how they might use blended learning; they also map out pathways for success. This is a must-read for those interested in blended learning."
—Dr. Frits Pannekoek, president, Athabasca University, Canada's Open University

"This book will be a great practical resource for university faculty and administrators trying to implement blended learning at their institutions. The wide range of real-world examples and clear guidelines will make it a powerful resource in the course redesign process."
—Charles R. Graham, Brigham Young University

From the Inside Flap

Today's college and university students routinely use interactive technology that didn't exist a generation ago. Consequently, they expect all their learning experiences to be both relevant and engaging. How can colleges and universities meet the expectations of these tech-savvy students?

This groundbreaking book offers a down-to-earth resource for the practical application of blended learning in higher education as well as a comprehensive examination of the topic. Well-grounded in research, Blended Learning in Higher Education clearly demonstrates how the blended learning approach embraces the traditional values of face-to-face teaching and integrates the best practices of online learning. This approach has proven to both enhance and expand the effectiveness and efficiency of teaching and learning in higher education across disciplines.

In this much-needed book, authors D. Randy Garrison and Norman D. Vaughan present the foundational research, theoretical framework, scenarios, principles, and practical guidelines for the redesign and transformation of the higher education curriculum.

Blended Learning in Higher Education

• Outlines seven blended learning redesign principles

• Explains the professional development issues essential to the implementation of blended learning designs

• Presents six illustrative scenarios of blended learning design

• Contains practical guidelines for blended learning redesign

• Describes techniques and tools for engaging students

In addition, the book includes key policy and action plans that will help faculty and administrators adopt blended learning redesign to fit the needs of their institutions.

Edition details

• Publisher: Jossey Bass
• Publication date: 2007
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0787987700
• ISBN 13: 9780787987701
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 272