The Race Is On for
Higher Ed to Adapt:
Equity in Hyflex Learning
The Race Is On for Higher Ed to Adapt: Equity in Hyflex Learning
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Embracing Hyflex Learning to Meet Expectations
Colleges and universities have changed drastically in recent years. As of 2022, 47% of institutions are now transforming their learning spaces everything from small classrooms to libraries to facilitate remote and hybrid education.1 By doing so, they can meet the expectations of the modern student for high-quality learning experiences in new ways. One especially versatile education model gaining popularity in higher ed is hyflex learning.
Let's explore solutions that make it possible for colleges and universities to fulfill student and faculty needs, broaden paths to success, and promote institutional goals with equitable, inclusive hyflex learning.
What Is Hyflex?
Hyflex learning allows students to attend classes in-person or remotely, synchronously or asynchronously, and to change course formats from session to session. This heightened flexibility increases student inclusivity and engagement in courses by catering to individual preferences of how to engage within a course.
In-Person
49%
Remote Synchronous
of higher ed students prefer having the option for remote learning2
The Race Is On for Higher Ed to Adapt: Equity in Hyflex Learning
29%
Remote Asynchronous
say they prefer learning mostly or completely online3
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The History of Hyflex
Hyflex learning has been around for decades.4 It was developed as a way to combine the convenience and accessibility of blended online learning with the impact of the classroom experience. Changing technology, like more sophisticated video conferencing tools and software of all kinds, has allowed hyflex learning to become more engaging, dynamic, and user-friendly over the years. When hyflex learning began to gain popularity during the COVID-19 pandemic, many institutions began to explore it as a model to use permanently.
