Hybrid Online Education: Identifying Integration Models Using Adventure Learning
Aaron Doering
University of Minnesota
George Veletsianos
University of Manchester
Abstract
In this paper we sought to understand how teachers chose to integrate a hybrid online education
program in their classrooms, how students responded to this choice, and how students’
experiences were influenced by the integration model chosen by the teachers. Data collected via
classroom observations, personal interviews, and focus groups suggest four integration models:
curriculum-based, activities-based, standards-based, and media-based. We discuss these models
in the context of hybrid online education and particularly in adventure learning. Finally,
we provide recommendations for the design, development, implementation, and integration
of hybrid online education programs.
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Contributors
Aaron Doering is an assistant professor in Learning Technologies at the University
of Minnesota. His research involves the design, development, and evaluation
of online learning environments, technology integration in K–12 preservice
and inservice settings, and the innovative use of technology to support
teaching and learning. Most recently, his research and projects have focused on
hybrid online adventure learning environments (http://www.polarhusky.com),
online scaffolding environments, and online community-building environments.
Aaron also researches content, cohort-specific technology integration
within preservice teacher education programs.
George Veletsianos is Lecturer of Digital Technologies, Communication &
Education at the University of Manchester, UK. His research interests involve
the design, development, and evaluation of electronic learning environments,
adventure learning, emerging technologies in distance and hybrid education,
virtual characters, and the learner experience.
Contact
Aaron Doering, PhD
University of Minnesota, Department of Curriculum and Instruction
130D Peik Hall, 159 Pillsbury Dr. SE
Minneapolis, MN 55455
adoering@umn
George Veletsianos, PhD, LTA
School of Education, Ellen Wilkinson Building, University of Manchester
Oxford Road, Manchester, M13 9PL
United Kingdom
veletsianos@gmail.com
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