Classroom teachers who hear stories of innovative technology-using schools may find it difficult to imagine just how the alternate models work. Stereotypes such as the assumption that students spend most of their time working through online exercises are likely and typically unfounded.
Here is a resource we recommend to offer better insights. The Kahn Academy hosts a course, Blended Learning 101, that explains the philosophy and practice of blended classrooms and schools. The “course” was developed by Silicon Schools Fund and the Clayton Christensen Institute. Of course, the series is “pro reform”, but it is well done, filled with examples that offer a feel for classroom activities, and free.
Be informed about reform and take the time to consider these models and examples.
P.S. – There are some issues with the links. If you persist and return to the original site map, you can access all of the video segments.
