Sample Structures

A popular blended course model is the “flipped classroom” or seminar model. Students engage with course content and lectures in the online environment, while directed discussion, tutorial/lab-type activities, and/or group work make up in-person class time: "[S]tudents gain first exposure to new material outside of class, usually via reading or lecture videos, and then use class time to do the harder work of assimilating that knowledge, perhaps through problem-solving, discussion, or debates." - Vanderbilt University Center for Teaching

Alternatively, the course may be completely self-directed (asynchronous), with class time reserved for writing workshops, exam review, opportunities for skill practice and development, small group study, and/or course community building (i.e., "coffee chat" or similar).

Another possible structure would be for instructors to introduce new concepts in-person, break students up into small groups, and then have learning assessment and follow-up discussion occur asynchronously in the Learning Management System.

The structure of the class is flexible, and customizable. It should flow naturally from the activities and assessments you have chosen to include.