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What are Hybrid Classrooms and how do they work?

Study online without giving up face-to-face classes: that's what hybrid classrooms are all about. In this article, we will discuss what it entails, how it is delivered, and why it is the future of education.

Hybrid classrooms: a growing trend

In recent months, the following concepts have gained significant attention: telework, AI, video calls, and hybrid classrooms, becoming trending topics.

This teaching modality, which combines the best of online education with the most valuable aspects of face-to-face learning, has been establishing itself as the most suitable format for educating in the digital age for several years. Due to the current pandemic situation, it has gained even more prominence, sparking debates on how education should be in a world with dynamic restrictions.

Online education offers several advantages: flexibility, work-life balance, cost savings, greater autonomy, direct access to prestigious professors, etc.

However, face-to-face education also has many strengths: close interaction with the teacher, an environment that facilitates learning, and social relationships that emerge in the classroom. So, if you combine the best of both, the result is promising.

In Europe, they began the digital transformation several years ago and call it blended learning. It resembles what we have seen in recent months, with schools and universities transitioning traditional teaching to the virtual environment.

In summary, hybrid education involves a specific itinerary design that leverages the advantages of both online and face-to-face approaches.

Hybrid education models

Hybrid education offers a wide variety of models and approaches that seek to combine the best of face-to-face and online teaching. These methods allow for adapting instruction to the individual needs of students and taking advantage of the benefits of both modalities.

Once you discover what hybrid teaching is all about, you won't want to go back to traditional methods. Below, we explore some of the most common hybrid education models, each with its unique characteristics and benefits.

Station rotation

This involves dividing students into teams that rotate through different stations with various tasks but with the same objective. At least one of these stations is digital. This model is primarily designed for early education stages (Preschool, Elementary).

Lab rotation

Similar to the previous one, but one of the stations is a technology lab or computer lab.

Individual rotation

Rotation is not done in groups but individually, as determined by the teacher or an algorithm. The uniqueness of this hybrid education model is that it is not necessary to work at all stations.

Flipped classroom

Students review the content online first and then attend class. The advantage is clear: the teacher can focus the session on resolving doubts, posing questions, or delving into more complex topics.

Flex

This model gives the most autonomy to the student, as they decide how much time to dedicate to each activity. This type of education is based on online training, with no fixed schedules, at the student's own pace, and according to their needs.

A la carte

Students combine face-to-face classes with online courses that complement the subject matter.

Enriched virtual model

The last hybrid education model involves completing most of the training online, with several face-to-face sessions with teachers.

These are some of the formats for hybrid classrooms. It is easy to list the advantages of this type of teaching, such as personalized, flexible training and cost savings, but there are also challenges.

For hybrid classrooms to work, it is necessary to reduce the digital divide among students, not only in access to tools but also in digital skills.

Additionally, teaching staff must be adequately trained to deliver online education. This involves, for example, understanding the digital ecosystem, mastering common agile methodologies, knowing specific software, and speaking the language of the internet.

Why hybrid classrooms are the future

In the current context, hybrid classrooms ensure the continuity of online work that millions of teachers and students worldwide have been doing due to the closure of schools and universities, without giving up the advantages of attending class. The goal is to provide the best possible education.

The result is a much more personalized and flexible education system than the traditional one, which means more motivated students and, therefore, better academic results.

Hybrid classrooms: learn how i3 technologies' interactive screens work

With interactive touch screen displays from i3 Technologies, we have everything needed to align with the hybrid education model.

In this video, we show you some of the functionalities and capabilities that these tools offer:

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Frequently asked questions about hybrid classrooms and hybrid classes

1. What are hybrid classrooms?
   Hybrid classrooms are an educational model that combines face-to-face and online teaching, leveraging the benefits of both methods.
2. How do hybrid classes work?
   In hybrid classes, students can participate both in-person and virtually, allowing flexibility and accessibility for all students.
3. What are the advantages of hybrid classrooms?
   Advantages include flexible scheduling, cost savings, access to a wider range of educational resources, and the ability to personalize learning.
4. What technologies are used in hybrid classrooms?
   Various technologies are used, such as videoconferencing platforms, educational software, interactive screens, and online collaboration tools.
5. What challenges do hybrid classes present?
   Challenges include the need to reduce the digital divide, ensure all students have access to technology, and adequately train teachers.
6. How is a hybrid classroom implemented in an educational institution?
   Implementation requires curriculum planning, investment in technology, teacher training, and adaptation of physical spaces to facilitate hybrid teaching.
7. Are hybrid classrooms suitable for all educational stages?
   Yes, although models may vary depending on the educational stage. For example, station rotation is common in early education, while flipped classrooms may be more appropriate for higher levels.
8. What is the flipped classroom model?
   In the flipped classroom model, students review content online before attending class, allowing classroom time to be dedicated to interactive activities and problem-solving.
9. How can hybrid education improve student engagement?
   Hybrid education offers a more personalized and flexible learning experience, which can increase student motivation and engagement.
10. What is the flex model in hybrid education?
    The flex model gives students the autonomy to decide how much time to dedicate to each activity and is based on online training without strict schedules, allowing students to progress at their own pace.

Hybrid classrooms and hybrid classes represent a revolution in the educational field, combining the best of face-to-face and online teaching to offer a more complete, flexible, and accessible learning experience. With proper implementation and overcoming associated challenges, hybrid classrooms have the potential to transform education and prepare students for an increasingly digital future.

The team at Newtech Group is ready to help you implement technological solutions that enhance hybrid education in your institution. Contact us for more information and discover how we can help you improve student engagement and performance!

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