Application of Blending Learning Based on the Issue of 13 May 1969 for Teaching and Learning in Malaysia

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ABSTRACT: History subjects require the application of methods that can stimulate interest and can motivate students in following the teaching and learning of history without feeling bored, especially in the topic of 13 May 1969’s events in Malaysia, which requires interpretation and rationalization of the causes and consequences of the events. Using the qualitative approach and method as well as literature study, this paper showed that t he use of blended learning in teaching and learning for this topic is seen as an effective method in shaping the ability to think creatively and imagination, while achieving understanding to students. Based on blended learning, the integration of face-to-face and virtual learning elements makes this learning holistically inclusive. Such a learning process can transform traditional methods to the latest learning methods in line with 21 st century learning optimally. The impact of understanding and appreciation of the events studied can be effectively improved. Therefore, to ensure the benefits of online application are fully utilized among history teacher in Malaysia, all parties must play their part in ensuring that aspects of physical infrastructure readiness in schools and home are complete as well as enhancing teachers' skills related to the use of online application through continuous exposure to courses and training. KEY WORDS: Blended Learning; 21 st Century Learning; 13 May 1969’s Event in Malaysia. About the Authors: Asmahani Muhthar is a Ph.D. Student in History Education, Faculty of Education UKM (National University of Malaysia) in Bangi, Selangor Darul Ehsan, Malaysia. Prof. Dato Dr. Abdul Razaq Ahmad and Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mohd Mahzan Awang are the Lecturers at the Faculty of Education UKM in Bangi, Selangor Darul Ehsan, Malaysia. For academic interests, the Authors are able to be contacted via e-mail address at: asmahanimuhthar@gmail.com Suggested Citation: Muhthar, Asmahani, Abdul Razaq Ahmad & Mohd Mahzan Awang. (2021). “Application of Blending Learning Based on the Issue of 13 May 1969 for Teaching and Learning in Malaysia” in TAWARIKH: Journal of Historical Studies , Volume 12(2), April, pp.207-218. Bandung, Indonesia: Minda Masagi Suci and ASPENSI, with ISSN 2085-0980 (print) and ISSN 2685-2284 (online). Article Timeline: Accepted (February 21, 2021); Revised (March 24, 2021); and Published (April 30, 2021).