PHILLIP E. FRANDSON

Award for Literature

The Frandson Award recognizes the author and publisher of an outstanding work of continuing higher education literature. It is given in memory of Phillip E. Frandson, Dean of Extension, University of California, Los Angeles, and NUEA President, 1977-78.

Blended Learning in Higher Education

Blended Learning in Higher Education has been called a groundbreaking work; it offers a down-to-earth resource for the practical application of blended learning in higher education, as well as a comprehensive examination of the topic. Well-grounded in research, the book clearly demonstrates how the blended learning approach embraces the traditional values of face-to-face teaching, and integrates the best practices of online learning. This approach has proven to enhance and expand the effectiveness of teaching and learning in higher education across disciplines.

In the book, authors D. Randy Garrison and Norman D. Vaughan present the foundational research, theoretical framework, scenarios, principles, and practical guidelines for the redesign and transformation of the higher education curriculum. They outline seven blended learning redesign principles, explain the professional development issues essential to the implementation of blended learning designs, and present six illustrative scenarios of blended learning design. The book contains practical guidelines to blended learning redesign, and describes techniques and tools for engaging students.

Frits Pannekoek, President of Athabasca University, observed in a review: "This book will make every university professor and administrator think about how they can improve the learning experience. Not only is it well-rooted in theory, but it is practical. The authors go through specific disciplines and how they might use blended learning; they also map out pathways for success. This is a must-read for those interested in blended learning."