BLENDED LEARNING, INNOVATIVE PATTERN IN TEACHERS PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT IN EDUCATIONAL SYSTEM OF IRAN

Abstract

ICT development and application of new instruments and concepts through online communication, provides unmatched opportunity for rapid exchange of information and social interactions for learners and causes expansion of information, easy, fast and low cost access. Education institution as custodian of the education and training can be responsible for the production of knowledge and efficiency in the education process, thereby increasing the knowledge of learners and teachers. So this study aims to combine E-learning with traditional learning and to provide blended learning in teachers’ professional development. Since the most important mission of education, is capable and efficient human resources training, it is recommended to use the previous studies and experiences and by relying on culture and indigenous sources, should answer this question whether the blended learning can be used as an innovative pattern in teachers’ professional development in educational system of Iran. To answer this question, the present research was carried out with descriptive-analytical method. Now with the use of modern information and communication technology,in addition to online virtual tutorials simultaneously or non-simultaneously, a new type of training, namely Blended Learning, is formed which is combined to traditional classrooms and refers to the territory where traditional and electronic learning is used both for training the learners. Using the Internet and multimedia systems, a variety of tools can be provided to improve the quality of learning and also quick and easy access to information resources and with face to face activities can be prepared interaction element in training. Thus, with the help of technologies and digital media and designing learner-centered curriculum, designing affair, teaching, learning, assessment and evaluation in the electronic learning environment will be optimized. One of the educational systems’ necessities in the information era, is cultivation wise and thoughtful teachers in teacher training institutions who are competent in solving modern problems of education and innovating creative solutions. Top of form for this purpose, blended learning (network-based) through new training methods, provides the necessary foundation for improvement the quality of education and training sophisticated teachers and provides effective way to achieve the prominent goals of education. Blended instruction, have changed educational opportunities and the practical tools are available to teachers and instructional designers as well.