Best Practices Guide for Synchronous/Blended Learning

In 2023-24 two NLS research consultants collaborated with ISANS on the SDI research project Best Practices in Synchronous Online Teaching. During this research project, a Best Practices Guide was developed to help EAL instructors enhance their instructional practices in synchronous and blended learning in the context of a LINC/ PBLA program. The Best Practice Guide is a practical tool, based on findings from the research, exploring existing technologies and other program adaptations to make synchronous and blended language training delivery more effective and consistent across the sector.

Best Practices Guide for Synchronous/Blended Learning

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Language Learning Leadership Guide

July 11, 2018
The project is pleased to offer managers and lead teachers in the IRCC-funded language training sector a new version of our leadership guide.  Where previous versions (2012 and 2014) were...

Narrative and Evaluation Report: Blended Learning Innovation for IRCC Settlement Language Training

June 1, 2016
Project evaluation is part of every aspect of the project. This 85-page report summarizes what we’ve learned about learning innovation in the sector since 2013.

Avenue Program Standards for TELL, Version 1.2 Enhanced for AI

October 22, 2025
The Avenue Program Standards for Technology-Enhanced Language Learning (TELL) are designed to help those in decision-making roles in a language program. They provide guidance to administrators, here defined to include...

Avenue Instructor Standards for TELL, Version 1.2 Enhanced for AI

October 22, 2025
The Avenue Instructor Standards for Technology-Enhanced Language Learning (TELL) incorporate the latest research and practices and are written in plain language. Every effort has been made to make them user-friendly...

Updated for Spring 2024: Learner Courseware & Instructor PD Brochures

May 30, 2024
You can read or download our two project brochures on this page. They've been updated to describe the refreshed, streamlined teacher training stages, and the new curriculum and enhanced functions...

The Effects of Blended Learning in LINC

August 30, 2019
What are the effects of LINC Blended Learning on learners, teachers and programs? Are there benefits or drawbacks? In September 2017 LearnIT2teach evaluators Jill Cummings, Matthias Sturm and Augusta Avram...