A blended learning classroom is “where the students work at their own pace, place, path, and receive data-driven small group instruction”, explains Marcia Kish, a Blended Learning Specialist. My take on this - enhanced centers that include accountability and differentiation in the classroom. Just like in centers, students work in designated places in the room on activities that are typically linked to the content objective. However, instead of these areas being called stations, Marcia refers to them as studios. Checklists - “Enhanced” Feature of the Blended Learning Classroom Accountability is a key feature of blended learning, and the use of checklists allows students to take ownership of their learning and success. Without this accountability, most students will lose direction and waste time as they are (or should be) working to complete studios. Teaching since 2007 has taught me that students most definitely NEED some type of accoun...