Hot Springs Technology Institute

Presenter: Rainbow Bagsby

Description:  The Best of Both Worlds: Crafting a Harmonious Blend of Traditional and Digital Education" invites educators to discover how thoughtfully integrated learning environments can amplify student success beyond what either approach could achieve alone. This presentation explores research-backed blended learning best practices that seamlessly weave digital content delivery with rich in-person learning experiences, creating educational continuity rather than fragmented approaches. Participants will examine strategies for designing collaborative activities that flourish across physical and virtual spaces, leveraging the unique strengths of each domain. We'll demonstrate how meaningful data and analytics can inform instruction without reducing teaching to algorithms, and provide frameworks for creating personalized learning paths that honor student agency while maintaining educational rigor. Join us to explore practical applications that transform the traditional versus digital debate into a powerful educational symphony that meets diverse student needs in our increasingly connected.  

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