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Blended Language Learning: Design and Practice for Teachers

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Course Summary

Blended Language Learning: Design and Practice for Teachers is a course that focuses on the application of blended learning in language teaching. It covers topics such as designing blended learning activities, selecting appropriate technologies, and creating effective assessment strategies.

Key Learning Points

Learn to design and implement blended learning activities for language teaching
Understand how to select appropriate technologies for language learning
Develop effective assessment strategies for blended language learning

Learning Outcomes

Design and implement effective blended learning activities for language teaching
Select appropriate technologies to enhance language learning
Create effective assessment strategies for blended language learning

Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course

Basic knowledge of language teaching principles
Access to technology and internet

Course Difficulty Level

Intermediate

Course Format

Online Course
Self-paced

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Description

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.

Knowledge

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

Outline

Blended Language Learning: Definitions, Benefits, Challenges, and Effectiveness
Introduction to the Course
What is Blended Learning?
How did Blended Learning Start?
Graduate Teacher Education Credit
Module 1 Summative Assessment

Building a Blended Language Course (Course Level Considerations)
Introduction and Objectives
Choosing a Blended Format
Organization Strategies for Blended Language Course Design
The Role of the LMS
Designing a Blended Syllabus
Reading Questions
Reading Questions
Module 2 Summative Assessment

Building a Blended Learning Course (Unit Level Considerations)
Introduction and Objectives
Presenting Content Online
Blended Interpersonal Activities
Blended Interpretive Activities
Blended Presentational Activities
Blended Language Learning Assessments
Review of Standards
Planning Your Unit
The Cultura Model: Developing Students’ Intercultural Competence
Ungraded Quiz - Checking Standards
Practice Quiz
Practice quiz
Practice quiz
Module 3 Summative Assessment

Teaching Strategies, Optional Peer-Reviewed Assignment, and GRTE Registration
Introduction and Objectives
Preparing Students for Blended Language Learning
Establishing Social, Teaching, and Cognitive Presence
Feedback and Grading
Benefits and Challenges of Synchronous and Asynchronous Speaking Activities
Academic Honesty
Evaluating a Blended Course
Introduction and Objectives
Graduate Teacher Education Credit Process
Ungraded Quiz
Practice Quiz
Practice Quiz
Module 4 Summative Assessment

Summary of User Reviews

Blended Language Learning Design & Practice for Teachers is a highly rated course that helps teachers design and implement effective blended language learning programs. Many users found the course to be engaging and informative, with practical strategies they can apply in their classrooms. However, some users noted that the course can be time-consuming and may require a significant investment of effort.

Key Aspect Users Liked About This Course

Practical strategies that can be applied in the classroom.

Pros from User Reviews

Engaging and informative content
Helpful exercises and activities
Expert instructors with practical experience

Cons from User Reviews

Time-consuming
Requires a significant investment of effort
Not ideal for those with limited experience in blended learning
Lack of personalized feedback from instructors

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