The primary purpose of the following presentation is to showcase the design of a hybrid/blended graduate course in community and public health which is nationally certified (Quality Matters)- using best practices and research to actively engage the learners and meeting effective student learning outcomes.
Faculty across the nation are experimenting with a variety of course designs such as traditional delivery design, fully online (distance learning), hybrid (blended), involving a mix of face to face instruction and a significant online component along with a ‘ web-enhanced’ design-involving a minimal or supplementary online component in their course delivery. Hybrid course design-involves a blend of in-person instruction and a fully distance learning course delivery which reduces the ‘seat time’ of the learners in a brick and mortar institution. This blend is driven by variety of factors such as student characteristics, faculty experience, discipline, and developmental level. Previous research on the success of hybrid design has shown a mixed picture when compared to traditional learning.
The primary purpose of the following presentation is to showcase the design of a hybrid graduate course in community and public health which is nationally certified (Quality Matters)- using best practices and research to actively engage the learners and meeting effective student learning outcomes. Presentation will involve a ‘course tour’ showcasing the process and components of this design. The secondary purpose of this presentation is to share current research on ‘hybrid’ pedagogy and learning at higher education institutions and have an open dialogue with the participants on what works and what doesn’t in a higher education system. Finally, resources related to ‘hybrid’ course design, including best practices for applying pedagogy to public health practitioners will be shared with the participants.