HyFlex
At TU Dublin, the definition of a HyFlex module is:
A HyFlex module is offered in-person on-campus; synchronously online; and asynchronously online, at the same time. The students are usually* free to choose their modality from week to week or topic to topic, therefore a student can choose to be an in-person on-campus learner only, a synchronous remote learner only, an asynchronous remote learner only, or a flexible learner who exercises a degree of choice of modality each week or topic. All teaching, learning and assessment experiences are designed and delivered in an equitable manner.
*There may be individual module requirements to attend mandated practical sessions as appropriate.
It is also stipulated that academic staff will provide clear communications to students on this mode of delivery in advance of the module start date. This mode of delivery will be adhered to consistently over the duration of the module. No ad hoc changes to the mode of delivery will be made mid-module (notwithstanding the need for flexibility to adapt to unforeseen circumstances).
Below is a short interactive resource that will help you explore HyFlex design principles, good design practice, possible design challenges, good teaching principles, and possible teaching challenges.
Note: If you wish to apply for the Digital Educator: HyFlex digital badge, you must undertake the more extensive HyFlex Delivery course hosted in Brightspace, which includes additional scenarios, case studies and articles, activities, reflection points and a quiz. Completion of this shorter version below will not suffice for the badge.
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This resource was funded by the HEA National Forum under the Strategic Alignment of Teaching and Learning Enhancement (SATLE) funding stream.
The following checklists may also be helpful (internal access only).
- Checklist for the Design of HyFlex Modules
- QA/QE Checklist for the Review of HyFlex Modules (to aid School Executive reviews)
- Tips & Hints for Managing a HyFlex Teaching & Learning Environment
Access the sections below to find out more about using mobile technologies to facilitate HyFlex delivery in any teaching space, as well as to find out how to use the technologies that have been made available in 21 rooms across the university.