Discover best practices in combining classroom and online learning, as well as some of their educational benefits and challenges.
Lambton College
Anna Lucy Robinson, a Professor in the School of Liberal Studies at Lambton College in Sarnia, was dedicated to her overheads and reticent around computers for most of her teaching career. But as the overhead projectors deteriorated and the transparencies became hazier, she realized her choice of... Learn more about Converting to Hybrid Teaching – Realizing the benefits of blended courses for teaching and learning at Lambton CollegeLambton College
Lambton College in Sarnia introduced a hybrid learning strategic plan three years ago and now offers about 100 courses using this format. The motivation for the change to hybrid learning was multifaceted: offering more access and choices for students who are increasingly technologically adept;... Learn more about Adapting Hybrid Models for Better Learning – Professors develop and test new models for teaching and learning at Lambton CollegeNipissing University
Nipissing University in North Bay has responded to the need for more nurses in Ontario by creating two innovative learning programs. In one program, Registered Practical Nurses (RPN) can study for their Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) online and in clinical settings on a part-time basis. The... Learn more about Providing Access and FlexibilityDurham College
In 2007, the Ontario Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care issued a Request for Proposals to hospitals, colleges, and universities for the development of an online program for critical care nursing. After a rigorous competition, Durham College in Oshawa was awarded $1 million to set up and... Learn more about Critical Care NursingNipissing University
Nipissing University is expanding its long experience in the use of technologies for student learning into mobile learning. Research at the University has shown that many students have mobile devices including laptops, smart phones, and tablets. Mobile applications can provide access to learning... Learn more about Going MobileDurham College
Durham College in Oshawa established a partnership with Sault College in Sault Ste Marie to deliver the Industrial Mechanic (Millwright) (IMM) apprenticeship program to northern and remote communities. A hybrid model was developed in which Durham College provides the theoretical content online and... Learn more about Linking Online and Experiential Learning
