Blended Language Learning Design and Practice for Teachers
This course is for language educators who wish to learn how to build and teach a blended language course. You may receive 1.5 Graduate Teacher Education credits (GRTE) for completing this course. See below for more information. This course is divided into four modules.
In the first module we are going to discuss the origins and effectiveness of the blended learning model.
In the second module, we are going to look at course level considerations such as how to choose a blended format or how to build a blended course syllabus.
In the third module, we are going to focus on the unit level. We are going to discuss how to plan a blended unit, how to go about presenting content, designing blended activities and assessment strategies.
In the fourth module, we’re going to turn our attention to the teaching aspect of the blended learning experience.
At the end of the course, you have the option to put what you have learned into practice through an optional peer-reviewed assignment (Honors lesson). This assignment is not required to complete the course unless you wish to obtain Graduate Teacher Credits (GRTE).
This course includes short quizzes, discussion questions, and an optional scaffolded peer-reviewed assignment. If you complete all the assignments, at the end of this course you will have fairly fleshed out a blended unit and you will be well on your way to building your own blended language course.
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
Explain blended learning as a teaching modality and discuss its effectiveness
List and discuss the main instructional design steps involved in building a blended language course
Select tools and technologies to support blended language learning
Discuss effective blended teaching strategies
GRTE credits: Credits earned for GRTE courses are not applicable toward a degree program offered at the University of Colorado Boulder but may be used for teacher professional enhancement, including relicensure and school district salary advancement. You may receive 1.5 GRTE credits for completing this course ($225). The form is provided at the end module 5.
Explain blended learning as a teaching modality and discuss its effectiveness
List and discuss the main instructional design steps involved in building a blended language course
Select tools and technologies to support blended language learning
Discuss effective blended teaching strategies
Syllabus
Syllabus - What you will learn from this course
Week 1
Blended Language Learning: Definitions, Benefits, Challenges, and Effectiveness
Week 2
Building a Blended Language Course (Course Level Considerations)
Week 3
Building a Blended Learning Course (Unit Level Considerations)
Week 4
Teaching Strategies, Optional Peer-Reviewed Assignment, and GRTE Registration
FAQ
When will I have access to the lectures and assignments?
Access to lectures and assignments depends on your type of enrollment. If you take a course in audit mode, you will be able to see most course materials for free. To access graded assignments and to earn a Certificate, you will need to purchase the Certificate experience, during or after your audit. If you don't see the audit option:
The course may not offer an audit option. You can try a Free Trial instead, or apply for Financial Aid.
The course may offer 'Full Course, No Certificate' instead. This option lets you see all course materials, submit required assessments, and get a final grade. This also means that you will not be able to purchase a Certificate experience.
What will I get if I purchase the Certificate?
When you purchase a Certificate you get access to all course materials, including graded assignments. Upon completing the course, your electronic Certificate will be added to your Accomplishments page - from there, you can print your Certificate or add it to your LinkedIn profile. If you only want to read and view the course content, you can audit the course for free.
Is financial aid available?
Yes. In select learning programs, you can apply for financial aid or a scholarship if you can’t afford the enrollment fee. If fin aid or scholarship is available for your learning program selection, you’ll find a link to apply on the description page.
Reviews
Excellent course, very detailed, extremely well organized and presented. Thank you.
A course well-instructed provided with plenty of updated tools.
Highly recommend to educators at all levels and with different backgrounds.
Amazing course! The readings have confirmed all my assumptions I have had!
Very useful and practical content!
I thought this was a great course. It was very easy to follow, the format was very intuitive and broken down into manageable chunks. I feel much more prepared to teach a blended course going forward.
