### Question
How does STRENGTHENING AND IMPROVEMENT OF ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY SCHOOLS define blended learning?


### Answer
Under *20 U.S.C. § 7112*, **blended learning** is defined as:

> a formal education program that leverages both technology-based and face-to-face instructional approaches—


(A) that include an element of online or digital learning, combined with supervised learning time, and student-led learning, in which the elements are connected to provide an integrated learning experience

#### Citation:
  - *20 U.S.C. § 7112*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 70-STRENGTHENING AND IMPROVEMENT OF ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY SCHOOLS > SUBCHAPTER IV-21ST CENTURY SCHOOLS > Part A-Student Support and Academic Enrichment Grants > subpart 1-student support and academic enrichment grants**

