This document discusses blended learning and provides examples of how organizations have implemented blended learning programs. It defines blended learning as combining formal and informal learning strategies by integrating online and in-person learning experiences. The document outlines how to increase the success of blended learning programs through the use of a blended learning portal, and provides two examples of organizations that achieved cost savings and increased completion rates using blended learning portals for self-study and virtual classroom programs. Participant feedback on blended learning programs is also presented.
Blending learning helps us bring formal and informing learning strategies together
Cost savings Lower DNP including travel for faculty and participantsDecrease faculty loadReuse existing materialsEasier to update and take advantage of newly available course assetsConverted 40 unique courses with average participation of 100 students per at with a estimated cost savings of $1000 per student ($4M)Converted Accenture Fundamentals with average number of students = 1,500 and an average savings of $1,500 per student ($2.25MProvide motivation and interaction around self-studies to increase completion ratesResearch states that eLearning drop out rates are as high as 80%. Blended solutions can add human interactions that provide feedback or incentives to help students get the most out of eLearning experiencesNewer, fresh content keeps Blended Solutions current and relevantImproved learning effectivenessMaximizes effectiveness of face-to-face/synchronous timeUtilizes a variety of course materials/types, which provides a richer experience for our participants, including all aspects of continuous learning, using different design elements for different learning objectives, ensuring alignment, relevance, collaboration, reflection, etcIncreased opportunity to extend the learning into the workplace and increase knowledge/skill transferIncreased flexibility for both students and facultyBlended solutions can bring expert faculty to remote audiences and extend the reach of training to those who typically could not attend a classroom session
We have been working on blending learning programs for many years to various levels of success….
Converted 40 unique courses with average participation of 100 students per at with a estimated cost savings of $1000 per student ($4M). That’s just delivery cost savings. Also, we’ve been able to use existing assets (grouped them together by using a blended learning portal) so there is development savings too. Participants: better usability – can easily find all of the assetsFaculty: direct participants where to find course material; can easily review participants workServes as an initial gateway to asynchronous social learning via threaded discussionsAbility to post course announcementsFile submissionDetailed tracking of user progressPowerful measurement and assessment options
Level-set on common skills required within the business Awareness of available resourcesEncourage networkingMet with experts
Blended Learning Portal groups all assets of this program together
Reduced delivery costs by 75%Approx. 1500 participants worldwide since November 2010Satisfaction score = 4.3 (on 5 point scale)Participants Comments: