FLEX blended learning study format with halved classroom time and video-based online self-study

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Evidence · 3 claims (3 for) · 1 study (1 causal), q3 · 0 of 1 report an effect size · 3 claims rest on one study

Description

FLEX is a blended learning study format at the Zurich University of Applied Sciences in which "on- site classroom teaching for the FLEX format was reduced by about half compared to the part -time programme, and that half was replaced with online sessions". FLEX students attend classes approximately every three weeks for two days, with self-study phases between that use Moodle and self-produced learning videos. It offers flexibility in time, place, pace, learning style and learning path, but not assessment or content.

Design Implications

Context

Requirements

• Lecturers receive didactical and technical support for course transition and video production from the Center for Innovative Teaching and Learning
• Regular face-to-face meetings are retained to foster reflection on and consolidation of online-phase content

Constraints

• Flexibility is limited to time, place, pace, learning style and learning path; assessment and content are identical to the conventional format
• Students are recommended to do no more than 25 hours of outside work

Target Learners

• Bachelor's students combining study with work or private responsibilities

Learning Goals

• First-semester business administration knowledge (Introduction to Business Administration)

Claims

• Flex No Significant Exam Difference Reduced Contact Time [+M]
• Flex Equivalence Test Exam Results [+M]
• Flex Students Positive Perceptions All Dimensions [+M]

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Key Sources

• Claude Müller, Michael Stahl, Mark Alder, Maximilian Müller. (2018). Learning Effectiveness and Students' Perceptions in a Flexible Learning Course. European Journal of Open, Distance and e-Learning, 21(2). https://www.eurodl.org/

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title	FLEX blended learning study format with halved classroom time and video-based online self-study
description	FLEX is a blended learning study format at the Zurich University of Applied Sciences in which "on- site classroom teaching for the FLEX format was reduced by about half compared to the part -time programme, and that h...
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