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Hybrid classrooms can be used as the main method for teaching or as part of a blended programme, with all students coming at times to the physical classroom or joining remotely. That is why hybrid classrooms are the perfect enabler of flexibility. Students join, at the same time, either onsite or online. Expanding the model to allow learners to choose whether they come to class or tune in online is called the hyflex (highly flexible) model. Furthermore, hybrid classrooms provide participants with the best of both worlds. Alternating their remote presence with the onsite one, they benefit from an interesting and varied learning path that will keep them motivated and engaged. Students will be able to gather from all over the world and get to know their professors in person, enjoy the campus experience and meet their colleagues. Last, it is a future-ready method that will prepare students to perform and lead in a hybrid working environment with both local and remote teams, and colleagues coming to the office or working from home according to personal preferences. Since the hybrid classroom is a new model, there are still challenges to overcome, such as disengaged remote learners, a lack of connection between remote and in-class participants, the feeling of a two-level experience, and instructors having to switch between the two audiences. Overcoming these challenges will make hybrid learning sessions effective, inclusive and equitable, making sure all students participate on equal terms in the learning experience. So how can you overcome these issues and ensure bright learning outcomes? The three must-haves of successful experiences in a hybrid classroom 1. The right setup Setting up the physical classroom is the first step in ensuring that all participants have a seamless, unified learning experience, regardless of being in class or joining virtually.
The first possible setup is an auditorium-style. It starts from a wall of screens displaying remote participants at the back of the class and physical students sitting at the front. The professor can see and address everyone directly. Another screen with the remote students is placed at the front so online and onsite students can see each other. This setup is perfect for lecture-style classes and will not make the lecturer switch between audiences. A second potential setup is the hybrid collaborative classroom. Small clusters of students gather in pods and have one screen for remote participants in each dedicated space. This style allows for a high degree of interaction and is perfect for in-depth discussions and practical exercises. In addition to the room configuration and screens, a proficient installation will also include cameras, microphones, and speakers - essential elements for remote students. 2. Effective communication Ensuring communication and a ´can-do´ attitude at all stages is crucial to achieving successful results. During the adoption process, take a multidisciplinary approach and bring all stakeholders together: faculty and programme directors, instructional designers, AV and IT specialists. Reflect on the learning objectives and demands of your learners, then adapt pedagogical methods to fit the hybrid classroom. Shift the mindset from either online or remote classes and focus on creating a shared, unified experience. Plan for activities that will convey this kind of feeling: breakout rooms, polls and quizzes or discussions. Since the hybrid classroom is likely to be a new experience, show students how they can join, share best practices and instructions to ensure smooth running sessions. 3. A reliable technology partner Selecting the right technology partner when adopting a hybrid classroom
is essential to success. Choose a solution with features that will create the engaging and collaborative environment students need, including multiple content streams for remote participants, polls, quizzes, online and in-class whiteboards. These will elicit enhanced attention levels and guarantee in-depth collaboration. Alongside the technology product, having a reliable team behind it is fundamental. Ensure the team listens to you, offers bespoke support throughout the entire journey, and adjusts the offering according to feedback. Hybrid-classroom enabled learning is an innovative method, powered by education technology, which will support learning goals, meet student demands and pedagogical methods. It leverages the strengths of both live and remote learning, providing a brand-new, innovative, and human experience that will support your institution expand its reach. With our Barco weConnect hybrid classroom solution, we can help your Business School enable bright learning outcomes. Our software will support you to deliver seamless, unified sessions, meaningful interactions and high engagement, thanks to features such as multiple content streams and cameras or polls and quizzes. Instructors teach as they´re used to teaching, because weConnect is a hassle-free, intuitive solution that enhances their natural facilitation skills and involves a reliable, knowledgeable team that accompanies you every step of the journey.
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