ERIC Number: ED561276
Record Type: Non-Journal
Publication Date: 2013-Oct
Pages: 29
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Transforming K-12 Rural Education through Blended Learning: Barriers and Promising Practices
Werth, Eric; Werth, Lori; Kellerer, Eric
International Association for K-12 Online Learning
This report describes the implementation of blended learning programs in Idaho, and three key takeaways are apparent: (1) Blended learning has a positive impact on teachers; (2) Self-pacing enables students to take ownership and achieve mastery; and (3) Teachers must prepare with comprehensive teacher training. The authors emphasize the need for the field to conduct studies to challenge, adapt, and strengthen innovation. Review this report to explore potential barriers and promising practices of K-12 blended learning. An appendix is included: (1) Blended Models from Idaho Digital Learning Academy. [Researchers with Northwest Nazarene University's Doceo Center for Innovation in Teaching and Learning (CITL) partnered with Idaho Digital Learning Academy (IDLA) and the International Association for K-12 Online Learning (iNACOL) on this work.]
Descriptors: Rural Education, Elementary Secondary Education, Educational Change, Barriers, Educational Benefits, Educational Practices, Blended Learning, Pacing, Mastery Learning, Teacher Attitudes, Teacher Surveys, State Surveys, Electronic Learning, Experienced Teachers, Feedback (Response), Use Studies
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Publication Type: Reports - Descriptive
Education Level: Elementary Secondary Education
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Language: English
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Authoring Institution: International Association for K-12 Online Learning; Idaho Digital Learning Academy (IDLA)
Identifiers - Location: Idaho
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