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As we close 2024 and look ahead to another fantastic and challenging year ahead, you may find it useful to review some of the research published this year supporting the role of HyFlex design in improving learning for students. Great reading on your holiday break, if you have one.
This brief newsletter (and the most recent HyFlex learning Community blog post) highlights this work. As we plan for 2025, many of us can find useful design and practice guidance in the research already published, so I encourage you to stay aware of what our colleagues are exploring and reporting. (And share your own work!) We try to find the most relevant articles and post reference information to the HyFlex learning Community Research Bibliography page; listing well over 300 published works there now. More to come! https://hyflexlearning.org/bibliography
This newsletter 1) summarizes two of the most relevant studies published in 2024 (from my perspective) and links to summary information and original articles for your convenience 2) highlights three HyFlex workshop opportunities through the HLC, 3) summarizes recent HyFlex-related happenings "In the News", and 4) connects to three recent HLC blog posts. (If you're looking for information on our next webinar or the next HyFlex Collaborative Conference Call for Proposals, we'll send that out in January.)
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2024 Research Highlights
1. Analyzing the Impact of Basic Psychological Needs on Student Academic Performance
Mentzer, N., Mammadova, E., Koehler, A., Mohandas, L., & Farrington, S. (2024). Analyzing the impact of basic psychological needs on student academic performance: A comparison of post-pandemic interactive synchronous HyFlex and pre-pandemic traditional face-to-face instruction. Education Tech Research Dev. https://doi.org/10.1007/s11423-024-10417-2
This study compares student performance and psychological needs satisfaction in traditional face-to-face versus Interactive Synchronous HyFlex settings. Researchers analyzed end-of-semester grades and surveyed students' perceptions of autonomy, competence, and relatedness. Results revealed that students in HyFlex environments felt their psychological needs were as well or better met than in traditional settings. Notably, relatedness to instructors was a strong predictor of success in HyFlex courses, emphasizing the importance of instructor presence.
2. The Genesis and Prevalence of the HyFlex Model: A Systematic Review and Bibliometric Analysis
Mahrishi, M., Abbas, A., Siddiqui, M. K., & Aladhadh, S. (2024). The genesis and prevalence of the HyFlex model: A systematic review and bibliometric analysis. International Journal of Educational Research Open, 8, 100410. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijedro.2024.100410
This systematic review traces the origins, evolution, and adoption trends of the HyFlex model. Analyzing 51 studies published over the past decade, the authors highlight key milestones, research themes, and geographic trends in HyFlex implementation. The findings emphasize HyFlex’s role in addressing accessibility, equity, and flexibility in higher education. The review also identifies gaps, calling for more research on long-term impacts and scalability.
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HLC Workshops
HyFlex Learning Community Synchronous HyFlex Course Design Workshop
Our next synchronous workshop is scheduled for January 6-10, 2025. If you are interested in the details, see the HyFlex Learning Workshops page. If you’d like to discuss a custom workshop or a cohort workshop for your institution (with permission to reuse locally) please contact us: Contact
HyFlex Learning Community Asynchronous HyFlex Course Design Workshop (no scheduled live meetings)
The asynchronous-only version of the HyFlex Course Design Workshop is available year-round for start-anytime - and finish-anytime participation.
HyFlex Learning Community 3-Steps for Transitioning to HyFlex Course Design Asynchronous Workshop (no scheduled live meetings)
The asynchronous-only version of the 3-Steps for Transitioning to HyFlex Course Design Workshop is available year-round for start-anytime - and finish-anytime participation.
See https://www.hyflexlearning.org/workshops/ for details and the link to purchase registrations.
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HyFlex in the News
1. Flexible and affordable training opportunities from MGCC (Mountain Gateway Community College) - The Virginian Review October 29, 2024
https://virginianreview.com/275584/
"Mountain Gateway Community College (MGCC) is proud to announce new [HyFlex] opportunities for local employers eager to enhance their workforce’s skills. In a collaborative effort with our Business and Information Systems Technology programs, we remain committed to advancing educational and workforce training opportunities within our community."
2. The Race is On For Higher Ed to Adapt: Equity in HyFlex Learning - The ITPro November 19, 2024
https://www.itpro.com/business/the-future-of-business/the-race-is-on-for-higher-ed-to-adapt-equity-in-hyflex-learning
"Colleges and universities' learning models are shifting. As of 2022, 47% of institutions are now transforming their learning spaces to facilitate remote and hybrid education. Download this comprehensive whitepaper to get everything you need to know about hyflex learning, so you can enable equitable and inclusive learning experiences that keep your institution at the forefront of learning."
3. Wrexham Academics Produce paper on HyFlex Learning Experiences for Youth Work Students - Business News Wales December 18, 2024
https://businessnewswales.com/wrexham-academics-produce-paper-on-hyflex-learning-experiences-for-youth-work-students/
Academics from Wrexham University have authored a research paper, evaluating the experience of educators and students engaging in ‘HyFlex’ teaching and learning experiences on the institution’s Youth Work programme during the Covid-19 pandemic. Hayley Douglas, Jess Achilleos, Yasmin Washbrook – all Senior Lecturers in Youth and Community Work at the University, and Professor Mandy Robbins, Associate Dean for Research, have published the paper, entitled ‘Pracademia—Role Modelling HyFlex Digital Pedagogies in Youth Work Education’.
[Note: This paper is summarized in the most recent HLC blog post linked below.]
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