Faculty Development: A Stage Model Matched to Blended Learning Maturation

Volume, Issue - Date: 
Volume 15, Issue 1 - February 2011
Author(s): 
Michael L. Fetters
Author(s): 
Tova Garcia Duby
Oganization: 
Babson College
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Keywords: 
faculty satisfaction, blended learning and teaching, diffusion of innovation, phases of innovation, early adopters
Abstract: 

Faculty development programs are critical to the implementation and support of curriculum innovation. In this case study, the authors present lessons learned from ten years of experience in faculty development programs created to support innovation in technology enhanced learning. Stages of curriculum innovation are matched to stages of faculty development, and important lessons for success as well as current challenges are delineated and discussed.