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Blended learning encompasses an educational strategy merging traditional in-person teaching with digital learning activities and resources online. This approach offers students a blend of classroom sessions and virtual learning opportunities, fostering a hybrid learning atmosphere that combines the advantages of both conventional and digital learning methodologies.
The primary categories of blended learning include hardware, content, systems, and solutions. Hardware pertains to the physical equipment and infrastructure necessary for facilitating blended learning setups. Various delivery methods, such as the enriched virtual model, face-to-face driver model, flex model, flipped model, online driver model, and rotation model, find application across pre-primary, primary, middle, and high school levels.
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The blended learning market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $24.83 billion in 2024 to $28.13 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 13.3%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to internet accessibility, educational policy funding, demand for flexible learning options, corporate training for lifelong learning, and innovations in educational software and research.
The blended learning market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $45.68 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 12.9%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to technological advancements, government policies and funding, changing educational demands, cost-effectiveness, and workforce development needs. Major trends in the forecast period include increased adoption in K-12 education, corporate training and development, advancements in EdTech solutions, the rise of microlearning, and mobile learning.
The growing popularity of online learning is expected to drive the expansion of the blended learning market. Online learning, an educational process conducted over the Internet, is gaining momentum due to its flexibility, accessibility, and ability to accommodate various learning needs and schedules. Online education supports blended learning by offering a flexible platform for delivering content, engaging students in interactive activities, and facilitating communication and collaboration between teachers and students. For example, in May 2023, Coursera, a U.S.-based provider, reported that 77% of learners saw career benefits, with 30% of unemployed participants securing jobs after completing their courses. Additionally, 95% of learners experienced personal growth, and 98% expressed interest in continuing their education through Coursera. As a result, the rise of online learning is fueling the growth of the blended learning market.
Key players in the blended learning market are intensifying their efforts to develop innovative products tailored to evolving educational needs and to enrich the learning experience. Blended learning laptops, for instance, are engineered to facilitate the blended learning approach, which combines online and in-person educational methods. These laptops typically feature robust internet connectivity, high-quality video conferencing capabilities, and interactive software. For instance, in January 2022, The Hewlett-Packard Company (HP), a US-based computer hardware company, introduced the HP Fortis portfolio, specifically crafted for blended learning environments. These devices are engineered to withstand the demands of active and mobile learners, offering durability and mobility essential for seamless blended learning experiences. The portfolio encompasses various devices, including laptops and Chromebooks, catering to diverse learning needs.
In March 2023, Edtech unicorn LEAD, an India-based integrated educational technology solutions provider, acquired Pearson's K-12 learning business for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition is poised to strengthen LEAD's integrated edtech offerings, allowing the startup to extend its reach to over 60,000 schools and 5 million students across India by 2026, thereby significantly expanding its presence in the Indian education sector. Pearson plc, a UK-based education company, specializes in providing educational resources and solutions for primary and secondary schools.
Major companies operating in the blended learning market are 2U Inc., Blackboard Inc., Udemy Inc., Coursera Inc., Articulate 360, Pluralsight LLC, D2L (Desire2Learn), Skillshare, Docebo Inc., Udacity Inc., Moodle, Absorb LMS, Teachable, Thinkific, Khan Academy, FutureLearn, LearnUpon, Knewton, Schoology, iSpring Solutions, TalentLMS, LearnWorlds, LinkedIn Learning, Google Classroom, Bridge, Mindflash LMS
North America was the largest region in the blended learning market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the blended learning market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.
The countries covered in the blended learning market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.
The blended learning market consists of revenues earned by entities by providing services such as student tracking, learning management, and professional development and training. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. The blended learning market also includes sales of computers, tablets, interactive whiteboards, projectors, and document cameras. Values in this market are 'factory gate' values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.
The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified).
The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.
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This report focuses on blended learning market which is experiencing strong growth. The report gives a guide to the trends which will be shaping the market over the next ten years and beyond.
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The report covers market characteristics, size and growth, segmentation, regional and country breakdowns, competitive landscape, market shares, trends and strategies for this market. It traces the market's historic and forecast market growth by geography.
The forecasts are made after considering the major factors currently impacting the market. These include the Russia-Ukraine war, rising inflation, higher interest rates, and the legacy of the COVID-19 pandemic.