Educational results from blended learning: Using an educational platform in teaching Economics

Vasiliki Brinia,Panagiotis Kavaliarakis

doi:10.5296/ijld.v6i1.9282

Abstract

This research investigates the learning result of applying blended learning with the combined use of open educational platform and traditional teaching. This educational intervention took place during the course Principles of Economic Theory in the 3rd grade of High School. We measured the differences in student performance in an assessment test before and after the educational intervention, but also the changes in their attitude as to the course of the economy, itself. Moreover, we evaluated the students’ satisfaction from using the open educational platform, but also the social presence which was created. The results led to the conclusion that hybrid teaching methods, can be used in the teaching of Economics and is considered as important as traditional ones.

Highlights

A key element of the new learning environment is distance learning which provides important flexibilities to the students
Scoring results Comparing the initial performance of students between the two groups before the teaching intervention with the blended learning, we observed that the students' overall performance is not significantly different
These indicate that the two groups are on the same level of performance with large internal homogeneity, which enhances the credibility of the research

Summary

Introduction

A key element of the new learning environment is distance learning which provides important flexibilities to the students. Educators use different types of teaching, such as a web-based teaching and a face to face teaching method. They use the Internet to enhance conventional teaching and they combine parts of training that does not require special guidance, with those in which the presence and guidance of the teacher are necessary. Such mixed approaches affect social identity and social relations of learners, the operation of the working groups and

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