A hybrid class is a blended version of traditional learning and online/virtual learning. With this type of course, students only have to go to class one day a week or whatever days the professor schedules class and they get the same teacher-student interactions as a regular course would. The only difference is that they are expected to do almost all of their work online using a specific program. During the days spent in the classroom, professors usually make sure the students know what is due in the next week, explains new assignments in great detail and does a short lesson. Benefits of hybrid classes include: convience, time-management, improved computer skills, accessible anytime, confidence with online disscussions, ect. Hybrid classes teach students how to become independent and self motivated... and those are two qualities students are not likely to get in the classroom.
Below is an awesome website the explains what a hybrid course is, what you should expect, the advantages/benefits, and why a hybrid class is more effective. (it is also where I got my information for this post)
http://www.worldwidelearn.com/education-articles/hybrid-education.html
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