Blended learning ( meaning a combination of face - to - face and online learning ) is a key buzzword in the current world of education , although experts are torn on its benefits as a learning model . Last month , the International Association for K-12 Online Learning ( iNACOL ) released a report detailing the challenges and the success of blended learning from 2008 - 2011 and predicted its future in education . In the report 's conclusions , it finds that blended learning represents a shift in blended learning to more personalized learning , and urges schools to focus on correct technology implementation and professional development to help facilitate blended learning in classrooms .
Blended learning (meaning a mix of face-to-face and online learning) is a key buzzword in the current world of education, although experts are torn on its benefits as a learning model. Last month, the International Association for K-12 Online Learning (iNACOL) released a report detailing the evolution and the success of blended learning from 2008-2015 and predicted its future in education. In the report's conclusions, it finds that blended learning represents a shift in classroom instruction to more personalized learning, and urges schools to focus on correct technology implementation and professional development to help facilitate blended learning in classrooms.