Shift of English Teacher’s Role In School-Based Blended Learning College English Course

Abstract

Teacher is one of the most important elements of teaching. College English Blended Learning Model brings a shift of teacher’s roles compared with traditional “teacher-centered†class. Teacher’s roles influence how the teacher works in teaching practice, thus, to a large extent, affect the teaching practice and outcomes. Based on the observation and records in the process of building online English course and classroom teaching practice, this research analyzes the shift of teacher’s roles in blended learning: designer of teaching content, organizer of teaching activity, integration of teaching materials, and evaluation of teaching activities. Full awareness of teacher’s roles in blended learning ensures student’s effective learning. But the shift of teacher’s role is by no means teacher’s own business; it requires joint efforts of different parts.