All,

Yes, there needs to be a standardization in the terms as there is much confusion. Especially considering that "hybrid" means something very specific in other industries. For example, a "hybrid" car is a concept car or one that uses alternate fuel. For consistancy, I propose the following that I learned from various books and articles:

Blended Learning - Selected courses within general education and specific degree programs are developed using an appropriate mix of 50% classroom and lab, and 50% online learning strategies. Core technical courses may use a two-thirds classroom and one-third online approach. Not to be confused with Hybrid Learning or a Hybrid Course.

Hybrid Learning (Courses) - students can select available online courses within a degree program or general education and take them along with classroom courses to meet their program requirements. Hybrid courses or programs could also be "pilot" concepts.

Cheers,
Chris