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From http://www.adfl.org/resources/index_online.htm

The Association of Departments of Foreign Languages has release a new set of guidelines: Suggested Best Practices and Resources for the Implementation of Hybrid and Online Language Courses. Here is the introduction:

“Many language departments across the country teach hybrid and online courses. The decision to implement such courses should be one that is fully supported by the language department concerned. The addition of hybrid or online language courses does not save time or money and is not a cost-saving measure. Rather, adding hybrid or online language courses requires the use of more resources than the traditional course and requires additional funding and time on the part of all involved. The process must include input from all stakeholders (e.g., administrators, technical support, instructors, students), and administrators must make a long-term commitment to providing the resources to sustain such courses.”

Access the full guidelines at http://www.adfl.org/resources/index_online.htm