Design of Evidence-Based Blended Learning in Higher Education

51. Possible educational methods in HE
Educational methodsDifferent types of the method
LecturesRegular, problem-oriented, active lecture (see BL), guest lecturer.
Face-to-face teaching (a class)A group of 25 to 40 students.
Study  tasks or assignmentsRegular (BL1:013 and BL2:01), bonus, 200-word statement/reflection assignment.
TutorialA class conducted by a tutor/teacher) for one or a small number of students.
Taking quizzesIn between quizzes, for example, final quizzes, preparing quiz questions and peer assessments.
Consultation hourTeacher, tutor or (student)mentor.
Small study groupsWith or without teachers’ presence. Workgroups, seminars, literature groups, case studies, simulations, role-play, games and other kinds of assignments or tasks.
Discussion groupsWith or without teacher presence, buzz groups, brainstorming, dyad, et cetera.
Problem-based groupsProblems are studied and solved in small groups.
Project groupsAssignments from the professional field are studied and finished in small groups.
Practical work (hands-on learning)Experiments, practical skills. Carousel format. Micro teaching.
Internships junior and senior internships with supervision.
ExcursionIndividual or in small groups with or without a teacher or tutor.
Essay and or oral presentationThe activity of an individual student, sometimes two students.
Research assignmentAs a ‘student member’ of an official research group or a personnel topic.
Professional products or servicesThe policy paper, marketing plan, advice, research plan, et cetera.
Individual Self-studyAssignments, reading and studying books, a text.
Module educationStudents study in small learning units.

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