An Analysis of Contextual Characteristics for the Successful Design and Implementation of a Blended English Learning Program in a Higher Education Institution: A Possibility to Innovate

Abstract

Innovations are usually associated with new technologies and applications. When it comes to teaching, the term pedagogical innovation is to introduce something new to improve learning and teaching conditions. This investigation seeks to analyze the characteristics of context to design and implement a pedagogical innovation that materializes into an English program in a blended learning modality. This is a needs analysis study that includes qualitative and quantitative types of information. The participants in the study are students, teachers, and administrative staff. This investigation employs questionnaires, in-depth interviews, and a focus group. The study concludes that to have a sustainable pedagogical innovation, the content should be based on the participants’ academic areas, and the pedagogical innovation should foster the development of critical thinking, academic skills, autonomy, and collaboration.