The document discusses designing blended courses that combine both online and face-to-face learning. It defines blended learning and notes that reducing classroom time is not the goal. The benefits mentioned include increased connectivity between students and instructors and continuing discussions started in class online. Faculty report that blended courses, when well-designed, allow students to master concepts better and develop higher-order skills. The document provides tips for redesigning a course to be blended, such as reexamining objectives and integrating online and face-to-face activities.