Blended learning courses in higher education are common but implementation varies. The document discusses: 1) Concepts of blended learning combining online and in-person learning. 2) Most institutions offer some blended courses but less than 20% of courses on average. 3) Blended learning could provide more effective pedagogy, convenience, and lower costs if online and in-person components are well integrated. 4) Challenges include balancing innovation/production, adapting to learner roles/digital divides. Effective design is key to progress blended learning.