Hello! We are considering converting our existing Network +
certification preparation course into a hybrid class which would still run 10
weeks but only five (5) weeks would be conducted in the actual classroom. The
remaining five classes would be conducted online over the Internet.
The online portion of the class would consist of in-depth quizzes,
supplemental ‘white papers’, PowerPoint presentations, reading assignments, and
activity assignments.
The classroom sessions would include
- --discussing the quiz material in detail
- --Assigning students to work in groups to solve case study problems
- --Class presentations, by student groups, on topic matter selected by the
Instructor
The advantages to you would include the following
1. Less time wasted traveling, more time for learning.
2. Ability to cover required material at your own pace.
3. More opportunity for email access to the instructor for questions.
4. The instructor would be able to track your progress in the class in more
detail.
The potential disadvantages include
1. You would need to be more disciplined in scheduling time for study.
2. The course would be of little value to you if you did not complete the
online assignments.
The advantages of the current course design are
1. It is easier to structure your time using a once-a-week
four-hour-at-a-time structure.
2. You have more opportunity to interact with fellow students and the
instructor.
The disadvantages of the current course design include
1. Travel time.
2. Different levels of knowledge in the class means the instructor must teach
to the median level. Slow learners fall behind quickly, fast learners become
bored.
