Blended vs. Hybrid with Synchronous/Asynchronous Components
| Teaching Type | Synchronous Component | Asynchronous Component | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blended | Live classroom sessions or online discussions | Recorded videos, online quizzes, assignments | Watch a video at home, discuss in live class |
| Hybrid | Live class with in-person + online students | Recording for later viewing, online discussions | Zoom class with classroom students, recording for absentees |
1. Which of the following best describes blended teaching?
a) Students attend a live class while others join online simultaneously
b) Online resources supplement face-to-face instruction, which can be synchronous or asynchronous
c) Students only learn online without any face-to-face sessions
d) Students only learn in physical classrooms
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Answer: b) Online resources supplement face-to-face instruction, which can be synchronous or asynchronous
2. Hybrid teaching primarily relies on:
a) Self-paced, asynchronous learning
b) Live, synchronous learning for both in-person and online students
c) Recorded videos only
d) Individual assignments without teacher interaction
Answer: b) Live, synchronous learning for both in-person and online students
3. In blended teaching, which of the following is an example of asynchronous learning?
a) Participating in a live Zoom class
b) Watching a recorded video lesson at home
c) Attending a face-to-face discussion in class
d) Answering questions during a live Q&A session
Answer: b) Watching a recorded video lesson at home
4. Which statement is true about hybrid teaching?
a) It only uses asynchronous methods
b) It allows some students to join live online while others are in the classroom
c) It eliminates the need for technology
d) It replaces all classroom sessions with online content
Answer: b) It allows some students to join live online while others are in the classroom
