Blended Learning in Action: A Practical Guide Toward Sustainable Change - Paperback

by Catlin R. Tucker (Author), Tiffany Wycoff (Author), Jason T. Green (Author)

Shift to blended learning to transform education

Blended learning has the power to reinvent education, but the transition requires a new approach to learning and a new skillset for educators. Loaded with research and examples, Blended Learning in Action demonstrates the advantages a blended model has over traditional instruction when technology is used to engage students both inside the classroom and online. Readers will find:

• Breakdowns of the most effective classroom setups for blended learning
• Tips for leaders
• Ideas for personalizing and differentiating instruction using technology
• Strategies for managing devices in schools
• Questions to facilitate professional development and deeper learning

Author Biography

Catlin Tucker has taught English Language Arts at the high school level (various age groups, English language proficiencies, learning disabilities and honors/Advanced Placement students) for 14 years, which has informed much of her work. In addition to teaching in the traditional classroom, she taught online college writing courses for three years.

Tiffany Della Vedova is school principal who has taught and led in a K-12 blended learning environment for several years. She has degrees in Elementary Education, Educational Leadership, and is completing a second masters in Technology Management in an executive program at Columbia University. A social entrepreneur, Jason Green has dedicated his career to creating positive change in education. As Executive Director of Blended Learning and Professional Development with Redbird Advanced Learning, Jason partners with schools and districts nationally and internationally to build high performing 21^st century learning environments.