From traditional to transformative: The evolution of HyFlex at Caledon Community Services
In the spring of 2020, as the world reeled from the rapid shift to online learning, Caledon Community Services (CCS) embarked on a journey to redefine its approach to language education for newcomers. What began as an urgent response to a global crisis evolved into the HyFlex model—a sustainable, flexible, and inclusive learning framework. This paper outlines CCS’s transition from traditional in-person instruction to HyFlex, exploring its challenges, successes, and best practices while offering insights into its transformative impact on accessible education.
The sudden disruption caused by the COVID-19 pandemic forced educators worldwide to rethink traditional teaching methodologies. For CCS, the shift was not only about adopting new tools but also about reimagining education to better serve its diverse newcomer community. Continue Reading →