scholarly journals Effectiveness of Using Appropriate Blended Learning Tools for Teaching and Learning Computer Programming Related Courses

2020 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 56-63
Author(s):  
Emerson Raja Joseph ◽  
Md Jakir Hoseen ◽  
Fazly Salleh ◽  
Lim Way Soong
Keyword(s):  
Academic Performance ◽  
Blended Learning ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Online Survey ◽  
Virtual Classroom ◽  
Discussion Board ◽  
Digital Tools ◽  
Learning Tools ◽  
Computer Based ◽  
Student Centred Learning

With the advent of technology there are plenty of blended learning tools available for us to use in teaching and training activity. Selecting appropriate tools for a particular category of students and the nature of the subject being taught is important to achieve better academic results. Hence, the objective of this research is to assess effectiveness of various blended learning tools and to find the appropriate tool for teaching a computer -based campus in Malaysia. This subject was delivered using four selected blended learning digital tools; ED puzzle virtual classroom videos, Home works on MMLS, MMLS online Quiz and MMLS discussion board, at the beginning of Trimester 2, 2018/2019. They were asked in the middle of the trimester to rate the usefulness of the four selected blended learning digital tools in a 5-point scale using an online survey. The analysis feedback shows that D puzzle virtual the trimester. The effectivenes when the achievements of the students in terms of their academic performance were compared with previous year. It clearly shows that the academic performance of the students of year 2019 is better than of students towards student centred learning.

A blended learning strategy: reimagining the post-Covid-19 architectural education

2021 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Author(s):  
Naglaa Megahed ◽  
Asmaa Hassan
Keyword(s):  
Blended Learning ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Online Survey ◽  
Learning Strategy ◽  
Theoretical Framework ◽  
Delivery Mode ◽  
Instructional Models ◽  
Architecture Education ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Teaching Learning

PurposeThe present work reviews the impacts of the Covid-19 pandemic on architecture education (AE), with the aim of discussing the interaction and integration of technology-based models.Design/methodology/approachDifferent research methods were used to achieve the research purposes including an online survey, semistructured interviews, observations and reviewing recent literature. The study proposes a theoretical framework to investigate blended learning (BL) approaches in AE, based on the blended teaching–learning continuum, the growth of online delivery mode and technology integration and the gradual responsibility adopted for the current Covid-19 pandemic.FindingsThe study proposes a vision to reimagine post-Covid-19 education and the required BL strategy to provide a theoretical framework that integrates the instructional models required to be investigated by instructors.Research limitations/implicationsThe research findings are based on a theoretical approach not tested practically. A further detailed investigation is required. Thus, the road to reimagining the post-Covid-19 AE is still evolving.Social implicationsAs faculty members, one should take steps toward preparing BL strategies. These strategies present other alternatives to continue teaching and learning while keeping safe in any other emergency in education. In this work, an overview of BL approaches, continuum and related technological and instructional models has been shaped to propose a new vision to post-Covid-19 AE.Originality/valueThis paper responds directly to the initiated call on the pandemic's effect on traditional education by taking a pedagogical perspective. The study presents a holistic BL strategy and proposes a new theoretical and instructional model to design a suitable and balanced BL environment in AE.

AI-Based Virtual Classroom Simulator With a Recommendation System in Preservice Teacher Training During COVID-19

2022 ◽  
pp. 33-45
Author(s):  
Şeyma Çağlar Özhan ◽  
Arif Altun
Keyword(s):  
Artificial Intelligence ◽  
Teacher Training ◽  
Classroom Management ◽  
Classroom Environment ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Recommendation System ◽  
Management Strategies ◽  
Virtual Classroom ◽  
Learning Tools ◽  
Classroom Management Strategies

Teaching practicum is an essential component of any teacher training program. It usually involves theoretical knowledge related to content and teaching in general, classroom management strategies, and skills utilized when confronted with challenging situations. Distance learning tools may impact knowledge transfer. Using artificial intelligence-based virtual classrooms posed a challenge for pre-service teachers to address teaching and learning due to the COVID-19 pandemic. This study addresses incorporating an artificial intelligence-based virtual classroom environment with a recommendation feature as an open-access software to help pre-service teachers develop their teaching skills. Also, the study addresses recommendations to support educators' professional development. Finally, further recommendations and future directions provide thought-provoking ideas for using artificial intelligence-based virtual settings for teaching.

scholarly journals Identifying Students at Risk of Failing a Subject by Using Learning Analytics for Subsequent Customised Tutoring

2019 ◽  
Vol 9 (3) ◽  
pp. 448 ◽  
Author(s):  
Fredys Simanca ◽  
Rubén González Crespo ◽  
Luis Rodríguez-Baena ◽  
Daniel Burgos
Keyword(s):  
At Risk ◽  
Academic Performance ◽  
Learning Analytics ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Virtual Classroom ◽  
Sufficient Information ◽  
Students At Risk ◽  
Theoretical Structure ◽  
Analysis Technique ◽  
Assessment Matrix

Learning analytics (LA) has become a key area of study in educology, where it could assist in customising teaching and learning. Accordingly, it is precisely this data analysis technique that is used in a sensor—AnalyTIC—designed to identify students who are at risk of failing a course, and to prompt subsequent tutoring. This instrument provides the teacher and the student with the necessary information to evaluate academic performance by using a risk assessment matrix; the teacher can then customise any tutoring for a student having problems, as well as adapt the course contents. The sensor was validated in a study involving 39 students in the first term of the Environmental Engineering program at the Cooperative University of Colombia. Participants were all enrolled in an Algorithms course. Our findings led us to assert that it is vital to identify struggling students so that teachers can take corrective measures. The sensor was initially created based on the theoretical structure of the processes and/or phases of LA. A virtual classroom was built after these phases were identified, and the tool for applying the phases was then developed. After the tool was validated, it was established that students’ educational experiences are more dynamic when teachers have sufficient information for decision-making, and that tutoring and content adaptation boost the students’ academic performance.

scholarly journals Improving Academic Performance Through Blended Learning: The Case of Afghan Higher Education

2021 ◽  
Vol 16 (11) ◽  
pp. 104
Author(s):  
Hamidullah Sokout ◽  
Tsuyoshi Usagawa
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Academic Performance ◽  
Blended Learning ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Pearson Correlation ◽  
Psychological Theory ◽  
Least Square ◽  
Successful Implementation ◽  
E Learning ◽  
Ordinary Least Square Regression

The last two decades have witnessed a global revolution in educational information that has led to the development and promotion of e-learning. Blended Learning (BL) is an increasingly growing e-learning model with a background in pedagogical and psychological theory that combines both online and traditional activities. In recent years, it has been an emerging trend and has impacted the growth, revenue, learner retention, and academic accreditation in higher education. With current improvements, extensive research, and successful implementation of blended and fully online learning, little research has been done to report the success of transitioning from face-to-face to blended learning or evaluations of e-learning data regarding learners from developing nations, particularly Afghanistan. This study aims to investigate and analyze the effectiveness of educational types (blended vs. traditional) regarding learners’ academic performance, in-class engagement, and satisfaction from the data in six BL courses and four traditional learning (TL) courses. To measure the success, this study used descriptive statistics. Additionally, Welch’s t-test was used to compare BL with TL courses and assess the differences between success and failure levels for both courses. Likewise, the Pearson correlation coefficient, along with an ordinary least square regression, was used to indicate the relationship between the final score and the BL and TL activities, respectively. The study outcome will be used for reporting and feedback for educational parties to value the quality of teaching and learning, enhance learners’ performances, and for the institutionalization of BL in the country.

scholarly journals An exploratory study on academic staff perception towards blended learning in higher education

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Bokolo Anthony Jnr.
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Blended Learning ◽  
Structural Equation ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Online Survey ◽  
Academic Staff ◽  
Teaching Quality ◽  
Partial Least Square ◽  
Least Square ◽  
Online Mode

AbstractAs the years progresses, higher education has move towards implementing Blended Learning (BL) which is a combination of face-to-face and online mode of teaching and learning which have continued to advance in institutions all over the world. Accordingly, it is important to investigate the factors that may influence lecturers’ perception towards BL approaches. Likewise, there are fewer studies that explored BL in lecturers’ perspective. Therefore, this study proposed a framework based on Model of Personal Computer Utilization (MPCU) theory to examine the factors that influence lecturers’ perception of BL to improve teaching quality in higher education. A total of 413 lecturers across universities, colleges, and polytechnics responded to an online survey questionnaire. Statistical Package for Social Science and Partial Least Square-Structural Equation Modelling was utilized for data analysis. The results suggest that social factors affect towards use, complexity, job fit, long term consequences, facilitating conditions, and Information Technology (IT) experience significantly influences lecturers’ perception towards using BL initiatives to improve academic activities in higher education. Findings from this article support institutions in developing an understanding of the factors that can be considered to improve teaching design, as well as in improving IT for teaching and learning purposes.

CHALLENGES AND BENEFITS OF ONLINE TEACHING IN HIGHER EDUCATION

2021 ◽  
Vol 8 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Kuldeep Kaur Juneja
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Online Teaching ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Online Survey ◽  
Virtual Classroom ◽  
Successful Implementation ◽  
Multiple Choice Questions ◽  
Teaching Innovation ◽  
E Learning ◽  
Teaching Learning

The present study highlights the challenges and benefits influencing the acceptance, and use of e-learning as tool for teaching within higher education. It will help to develop a strategic plan for the successful implementation of e-learning and view technology as a positive step towards evolution and change. An attempt has been made to find the effectiveness of online teaching-learning methods in Higher Education. A questionnaire has been specially designed and deployed among college faculties and students. About 200 faculties from university and Education colleges in Ujjain have taken part in the online survey and submitted responses. It was found that multimedia, digital collaboration with peers, video lectures delivered by faculty handling the subject, online quiz having multiple choice questions, interaction by the faculties during lecture and online materials provided by the faculty promoted effective online learning. Virtual classroom unlike traditional classroom, give unlimited scope for introducing teaching innovation strategies. The use of ICT tools promotes technological innovations and advances in learning and knowledge management. This paper explores the online teaching - learning tools, methods, and a survey on the innovative practices in teaching and learning. Challenges and benefits of online teaching, various components on the effective use of online tools, team- based collaborative learning, simulation and animation - based learning are discussed and explained in detail.

scholarly journals DEVELOPMENT OF BLENDED LEARNING MODEL USING WORDPRESS

Vidya Karya ◽  
2017 ◽  
Vol 32 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Muhammad Hifdzi Adini ◽  
Harja Santana Purba ◽  
R. Ati Sukmawati
Keyword(s):  
Blended Learning ◽  
Learning Process ◽  
Management System ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Learning Model ◽  
Content Management ◽  
Virtual Classroom ◽  
Content Management System ◽  
Implementation Framework ◽  
Limited Space

Abstract. In general, the learning process is implemented by using face-to-face model, meaning that participants and teachers are in one place and one time. With this model, usually communication between participants and teachers can be easily implemented. But there are some obstacles that may be faced, such as the lack of time to discuss and the limited space that can be used. To overcome these problems, a model is needed that provides a medium for meeting participants and teachers without limited space and time. The model is known as blended learning. The blended learning model allows participants and teachers to discuss, share material and practice questions on a virtual classroom. The research undertaken is to develop a blended learning model using an analysis of the blended learning implementation framework and the use of Content Management System (CMS) WordPress technology. With this model is expected to be an additional media used to support teaching and learning process. Keywords: blended learning; virtual class; wordpress. Abstrak. Secara umum, proses pembelajaran dilaksanakan dengan menggunakan model tatap muka, artinya peserta dan guru berada di satu tempat dan satu waktu. Dengan model ini, biasanya komunikasi antar peserta dan guru dapat dengan mudah diimplementasikan. Tapi ada beberapa kendala yang mungkin dihadapi, seperti kurangnya waktu untuk berdiskusi dan keterbatasan ruang yang bisa digunakan. Untuk mengatasi masalah ini, diperlukan sebuah model yang menyediakan media untuk bertemu peserta dan guru tanpa ruang dan waktu yang terbatas. Modelnya dikenal sebagai blended learning. Model blended learning memungkinkan peserta dan guru mendiskusikan, berbagi materi dan mempraktikkan pertanyaan di kelas virtual. Penelitian yang dilakukan adalah mengembangkan model blended learning menggunakan analisis kerangka kerja implementasi blended dan penggunaan teknologi WordPress Content Management System (CMS). Dengan model ini diharapkan bisa menjadi media tambahan yang digunakan untuk menunjang proses belajar mengajar. Kata kunci: blended learning; kelas virtual; wordpress.

scholarly journals Comparison of Academic Motivation in Different Phases of Optometry Studies

2020 ◽  
Vol 5 (15) ◽  
pp. 57-63
Author(s):  
Noor Halilah Buari ◽  
Hendrry Win Alim
Keyword(s):  
Academic Performance ◽  
Academic Success ◽  
Student Performance ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Academic Motivation ◽  
Online Survey ◽  
Publishing House ◽  
Student Groups ◽  
International Publishing ◽  
Open Access Article

The changes in motivation cause an impact on students’ behavior related to academic success. The online survey found that a significant variation of academic motivation occurred in four different phases of Optometry studies. The 3rd year preclinical students displayed a lack of motivation compared to other student groups. This indicated changes in learning adaptation for different syllabus and approaches in educational stages. The academic performance correspondent with the students’ motivation as higher motivation gave better academic performance. Thus, understanding students' academic motivation permits educators to improve the educational approaches in teaching and learning to enhance student performance. Keywords: Motivation; Optometry, Health Sciences, Education eISSN: 2398-4287© 2020. The Authors. Published for AMER ABRA cE-Bs by e-International Publishing House, Ltd., UK. This is an open access article under the CC BYNC-ND license (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/). Peer–review under responsibility of AMER (Association of Malaysian Environment-Behaviour Researchers), ABRA (Association of Behavioural Researchers on Asians) and cE-Bs (Centre for Environment-Behaviour Studies), Faculty of Architecture, Planning & Surveying, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Malaysia. DOI: https://doi.org/10.21834/ebpj.v5i15.2496.

scholarly journals Evaluation of Anatomy Course Teaching and Learning Outcomes for Iraqi Pharmacy Students: Internet-based Learning versus Blended Learning During the Pandemic

2021 ◽  
Vol 9 (A) ◽  
pp. 782-788
Author(s):  
Sinan Farhan ◽  
Ahmed Al-Imam ◽  
Marek A. Motyka
Keyword(s):  
Blended Learning ◽  
Learning Outcomes ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Online Survey ◽  
Practical Knowledge ◽  
Theoretical Aspect ◽  
Pharmacy Students ◽  
Human Anatomy ◽  
Teaching Staff ◽  
Teaching Process

BACKGROUND: Academic courses of human anatomy need to be reviewed periodically by students to ensure better learning outcomes, especially when the teaching process became internet-dependent during the pandemic. AIM: Our study aims to explore pharmacy students’ opinions concerning the theoretical and practical elements of the anatomy course taught in the College of Pharmacy at Al-Rafidain University. MATERIALS AND METHODS: The ethical committee of the College of Pharmacy at Al-Rafidain University approved the study. We prepared a questionnaire (Cronbach’s Alpha = 0.735) to evaluate the positive and negative aspects of the teaching process. The questionnaire was presented as an online survey to pharmacy students (n = 305) who finished their anatomy course in two learning modalities, Internet-based learning (n1 = 105, 34.43%) and blended learning (BL) (n2 = 200, 65.57%). RESULTS: Participants of both groups were satisfied with the syllabus, using internet-based materials, and problem-based learning concerning the theoretical aspect of the course. Concerning practical knowledge, both groups preferred using cadavers instead of dummies, and they verified the beneficial effect of online educational materials and computer-based applications. Pharmacy students demanded more than one anatomy course, while students from the BL group considered the anatomy course duration insufficient. Concerning the practical knowledge, students’ marks were superior for students using BL, and the opposite was the case with theoretical knowledge. CONCLUSIONS: BL is favored by Iraqi undergraduate pharmacy students; perhaps, it is attributed to the lively interaction between students and the teaching staff. We conclude that internet resources can be supportive of the classical teaching of anatomy.

Uso de Plataformas Integradoras de Ferramentas Tecnológicas e Pedagógicas em Ambiente Virtual de Aprendizagem em Profissões de Saúde

2018 ◽  
Vol 19 (2) ◽  
pp. 168
Author(s):  
Paulo Henrique Perlatti D'Alpino ◽  
Mackeler Ramos Polassi ◽  
Marcelo Henrick Matochek Maia ◽  
Pedro Luiz Santos Tomaz ◽  
Thales De Sá Oliveira
Keyword(s):  
Distance Education ◽  
Blended Learning ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Education Institution ◽  
Personal Contact ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Learning Tools ◽  
Learning Methods ◽  
Financial Investment ◽  
The Individual

A contínua busca por conhecimento faz parte da sociedade contemporânea, profissionais e estudantes buscam uma melhor qualidade de vida baseada em sua qualificação profissional e melhores salários. Por outro lado, para se alcançar melhor qualificação, de acordo com a realidade individual, se exige disponibilidade de tempo, investimento financeiro e motivação para ingressar em uma instituição de Ensino Superior. Este artigo objetiva fornecer uma visão geral da diversidade de ferramentas disponíveis para o aprendizado e identificar as diretrizes para pesquisas futuras relacionadas aos métodos de ensino e aprendizagem em profissões da área de saúde, com ênfase em Odontologia. Após uma introdução e definições dos diferentes métodos de aprendizagem, este artigo considera a importância de identificar os desafios das diferentes formas de aprendizado na área da saúde, quer seja híbrido (blended learning) ou totalmente on-line, bem como as diferentes formas de avaliação destes métodos de ensino. É fato que a maior crítica ao ensino a distância recai sobre a falta de contato pessoal com os pacientes e a necessidade de se estabelecer vínculo. Conclui-se que os métodos de ensino a distância, em que pesem as limitações que se impõem, é promissor nos cursos da área de saúde, o que certamente inclui a Odontologia.Palavras-chave: Ensino a Distância. Ensino Semipresencial. OdontologiaAbstractThe continuous search for knowledge is part of contemporary society, and professionals and students seek for a better quality of life based on their professional qualification and better incomes. On the other hand, to obtain a better qualification according to the individual reality of each subject  requires the availability of time, financial investment, and motivation to enter a higher education institution. This article aims to provide an overview of the diversity of available learning tools and to identify the guidelines for future research related to teaching and learning methods in health professions, with emphasis in Dentistry. After an introduction and definitions of the different learning methods, this article considers the importance of identifying the challenges of the different learning forms in the area of health, whether it is hybrid (blended learning) or online, as well as the different forms of evaluation of these teaching methods. It is a fact that the greatest criticism of distance education lies in the lack of personal contact with patients and the need to establish a link. As a conclusion, in spite of the limitations imposed, methods of distance education are promising in the health care courses, which certainly may include Dentistry.Keywords: E-Learning. Blended Learning. Dentistry

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