Developing 21st Century Skills with Blended Learning (prev#: EDU-X775R)

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Increase Engagement and Learning Outcomes with the Blended Learning Model

Blended learning is quickly gaining popularity in the education world because of its diversity and incorporation of technology in the classroom. Blended learning can be defined as the implementation various learning modalities to create learning stations that meet the needs of the classroom. Students rotate through various stations that have different learning objectives and combine traditional small group instruction, hands-on learning and technology through adaptive learning apps and software. Utilizing blended learning helps students to develop 21st century skills that many researchers deem to be essential in our global community. This course will help the instructor develop 21st century skills through blended learning.

This course has content equivalency to the following course, and cannot be taken again:  EDU-X775R.

Course Details

Number or Units: 3.0 graduate level extension credit(s) in semester hours

Who Should Attend: This course provides continuing education for education professionals that want to create a blended learning environment.  Implementing a blended learning environment in a student's educational career has shown to be successful in a range of K-12 classrooms including:  under-performing, high ELL population and low socioeconomic.  This includes elementary/secondary teachers, instructional coaches, curriculum coordinators, literacy coaches, Response to Intervention Teams, beginning teachers, technology coordinators and school administrative teams.

Required Materials:  None

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EDU-X775RA – 003 Start now, you have 180 days to complete this course once enrolled 3 $504

Developing 21st Century Skills with Blended Learning (prev#: EDU-X775R)

Start now, you have 180 days to complete this course once enrolled
3
$504
Online Self-Paced
Veronica Reyes

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What You Will Learn

  • Understand the different elements of a Blended Learning Environment
  • Recognize the advantages of a Blended Learning Environment
  • Understand the different elements that make up 21st Century Skills
  • Design an implementation map to incorporate 21st Century Skills into a Blended Learning Environment

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Professional development courses offered by the University of San Diego’s Division of Professional & Continuing Education are taught by faculty that possess a depth and breadth of academic and real-world professional experience.

Why USD?

The Professional and Continuing Education program nurtures key partnerships on the local, national, and international level. The goal is to better serve working professionals who seek to enhance or build their careers and help achieve their highest value and potential. Contact us today to learn more.

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Our online self-paced courses are designed to provide flexibility and autonomy for learners. Unlike traditional classroom methods, which require attendance at scheduled times, self-paced courses allow you to progress through the material at your own speed within a six-month period from the time of enrollment.  Your instructor will provide feedback via written responses on your assignments and exams. Grades are based on completed projects, assignments and exams.

Key differences from traditional classroom methods:

  • No scheduled class times or required attendance.
  • No assigned due dates for assignments; you set your own schedule.
  • Asynchronous learning, meaning you can work on assignments anytime.
  • No discussion forums and no interaction with others enrolled in the course.
  • No scheduled class times or required attendance.

Structure of Online Self-Paced Courses:

The content is divided into learning modules, each covering one or more topics. Within each module, you can expect the following components:

  • Module Introduction: Outlines what you can expect to learn in the module.
  • Required Readings and Presentations: Includes textbooks, articles, journals, websites, and audio/video presentations.
  • Assignments: May include written assignments, quizzes, blogs, and other activities based on the readings and presentations.
  • Module Conclusion: Reviews the topics covered and what you should have learned.

Typically, there is a final project, paper, or exam due in the last module that synthesizes all the topics covered throughout the course. The design of the learning modules follows a consistent rhythm to help you manage your time effectively. Grades will be available within two weeks of final submission, transcripts will be automatically mailed out following grades being posted and approved. Please allow 3-4 weeks from when final grades are posted to receive a transcript.

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