Augmented, Blended, Online (Learning Environments)

Learning environments are essentially where the students learn. These learning places come in a wide variety of options, but the three most web-focused learning environments are:
 * Augmented: this is the newest form of learning environments, created by either using portable devices (tablets and smart phones) in order to facilitate learning in the classroom by providing an augmented reality by, for example, allowing students to scan a QR code of an exhibit at the zoo to hear about the attraction.


 * Blended: By mixing technology and a normal classroom setting, blended environments can allow for discussion during class while work can take place online, followed by digital lectures and other methods of communication.

Source: http://isites.harvard.edu/fs/docs/icb.topic1116077.files/DunleavyDedeARfinal.pdf
 * Online: a purely online-based environment, this method focuses on allowing the student a virtual classroom, usually with discussion boards to simulate an in-class discussion. This environment has no physical location, instead allowing accessibility to be on the student’s own time.