Abstract
The aim of the research was to conduct an empirical investigation into blended learning (BL) effects on tertiary students and students’ perceptions on the approach. This purpose was objective driven, following three objectives which were identified as 1) to assess the impact of BL on students enrolled in Tertiary institutions; 2) to assess tertiary students’ perceptions on the BL mode; and lastly 3) to establish the extent to which BL is accepted in a typical institution or university learning environment. An extensive literature review exercise was carried out which led to identification of two research questions to be used to meet the objectives and the purpose of the study. The research questions were 1) Does blended learning (BL) transform learners’ attitudes towards learning and improves results? 2) Does blended learning (BL) revolutionizes learners’ critical thinking levels and dispositions? Through the research the authors were specifically trying to elucidate and understand the BL mode and the effects it has on students, and their perceptions on it. The researcher followed the quantitative approach with the aid of using a questionnaire to further understand the effects of BL mode on students and their perceptions on the same, after reviewing several literatures. The findings indicated that the BL mode has a positive impact on the students, and students’ perceptions on the BL mode were also positive. These findings led to positive conclusions on the BL mode, substantiating the literature review findings on the same. In the light of the findings, and the objectives of the study, the authors concluded the study by proposing a framework which could be used for monitoring BL effects on tertiary students and students’ perceptions on the approach, as the results from the study indicated a positive outlook on the BL mode.
Highlights
Blended learning (BL) has become an integral part of modern education
The questionnaire was divided into three parts, namely, 1) usage of Blended learning and its assistance in knowledge gaining; 2) Blended learning and my attitude to learning; and 3) Blended learning on results
Part A Questions: Usage of Blended learning and its assistance in knowledge gaining Column charts below are for all questions in Part A of the questionnaire
Summary
Blended learning (BL) has become an integral part of modern education This has seen many institutions of higher learning providing a new perspective in education delivery and attainment through the use of blended learning mode. The mode involves certain portions of the activities of face-to-face being replaced through the usage of online activities [2], [8] This diverse mode gives institutions a variety of educational approaches to use. The delivery mode in many tertiary institutions has remained a traditional one, involving face-to-face with little or none at all to integrate modern technologies such as the usage of online technologies to supplement the educational system. Other studies [14], [15] have indicated the dynamism brought by technology in peoples’ everyday lifestyles together with its importance in education and learning
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