While there are clear advantages to a hybrid course, there are also parallel challenges and considerations:
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The robust online learning space supports activities and uses tools with which you may not be familiar or comfortable. Do you have the knowledge, resources, and instructional design support to be able to take full advantage of the online space?
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What strategies will ensure that students are engaged in the online portion of the course?
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How will you determine dates and deadlines that allow for timely feedback and will help to capitalize on face-to-face time?
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How will you manage two learning environments?