Blended Learning

This week, I was fortunate to engage in several conversations on the topic of Blended Learning (BL), including online discussion boards. So, we would like to share a recent article, entitled, “Evaluating blended learning: Bringing the elements together” by Jessica Bowyer Exeter university (attached). The author shares the significant evidence that blended learning is now shown to be more effective than face-to-face (F2F) courses. Specifically, BL can lead to improved course outcomes; higher student retention and increased pass rates; improved attendance at F2F classes; student satisfaction; and examination performance.

BL has also shown improvement in learning outcomes; allows class time to focus on more active and meaningful activities; higher levels of student engagement; and a more strategic use of classroom time. Finally, the author shares existing evaluation frameworks, which include Web-Based Learning Environment Instrument; Hexagonal E-Learning Assessment Model; E-Learning framework; Technology Acceptance Model; Rubric-based frameworks; and they propose a new Conceptual framework for evaluating BL.