Teaching Social Skills

2011 ◽  
pp. 1689-1713
Author(s):  
Graham Bodie ◽  
Margaret Fitch-Hauser ◽  
William Powers
Keyword(s):  
Online Learning ◽  
Social Skills ◽  
Blended Learning ◽  
Learning System ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Abstract Concepts ◽  
Traditional Lecture ◽  
Strict Adherence ◽  
Based Instruction ◽  
Practical Implications

The ubiquity of instructional technology necessitates a more critical look at the theories that drive adoption and the practical implications of its usage. Blended learning has been offered as one compromise to fully online learning or strict adherence to traditional lecture-based instruction that seems outdated. A particular approach to blended learning is examined in the present chapter through the use of an online learning system. Concept Keys was developed to assist instructors of social skills in breaking down these abstract concepts into manageable units of information appropriate for daily delivery via email. This program is shown to be easily integrated into existing curriculum through two studies. A concluding section attempts to tie these studies together and suggests potential limitations and avenues for future research.

Teaching Social Skills

2011 ◽  
pp. 87-112 ◽  
Author(s):  
Graham Bodie ◽  
Margaret Fitch-Hauser ◽  
William Powers
Keyword(s):  
Online Learning ◽  
Social Skills ◽  
Blended Learning ◽  
Learning System ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Abstract Concepts ◽  
Traditional Lecture ◽  
Strict Adherence ◽  
Based Instruction ◽  
Practical Implications

The ubiquity of instructional technology necessitates a more critical look at the theories that drive adoption and the practical implications of its usage. Blended learning has been offered as one compromise to fully online learning or strict adherence to traditional lecture-based instruction that seems outdated. A particular approach to blended learning is examined in the present chapter through the use of an online learning system. Concept Keys was developed to assist instructors of social skills in breaking down these abstract concepts into manageable units of information appropriate for daily delivery via email. This program is shown to be easily integrated into existing curriculum through two studies. A concluding section attempts to tie these studies together and suggests potential limitations and avenues for future research.

scholarly journals Perceptions of EFL Learners in the Implementation of Blended Learning Post-natural Disaster at a University in Indonesia

2020 ◽  
Vol 10 (8) ◽  
pp. 959
Author(s):  
Grace N. Manurung ◽  
Konder Manurung ◽  
Sudarkam R. Mertosono ◽  
Abdul Kamaruddin
Keyword(s):  
Online Learning ◽  
Blended Learning ◽  
Learning Systems ◽  
Learning System ◽  
Successful Implementation ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Internet Connectivity ◽  
Efl Learners ◽  
System A ◽  
Practical Implications

This study aims to investigate the perceptions and obstacles faced by EFL learners in the implementation of blended learning in an abnormal learning system. A group of undergraduate EFL learners, consisting of 48, who has completed a Grammar Class, participated in the study. The 48 learners formed three different learner category levels; High, Moderate, and Low. The learners of the three different category levels filled in a semi-structured open-ended questionnaire and responded semi-structured interviews. The low category learners perceive that learning grammar through blended learning is meaningful but need more experiences in the utilization of online learning mode, and in-availability of the supporting tools; The moderate category learners perceive blended learning to provide them more study times and make them get used to the internet or online-based learning; and the high category learners perceive the implementation of blended learning as helpful, easier, flexible, and fun. Although the learners of the three different categories level face the same problems on the implementation of blended learning, namely poor internet connectivity at home and campus, unclear online instruction, and delay to respond questions on the online learning mode, the learners of the low category level, on the other hand, experience problems applying online learning mode. We discuss the practical implications of the research results for the successful implementation of blended learning in the future, especially for low proficiency learners and in situations of abnormal learning systems.

scholarly journals Academic-related perceptions, beliefs, and strategies of undergraduate agricultural students

2020 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 75-85
Author(s):  
Samantha Jordan ◽  
Christopher Stripling ◽  
Christopher Boyer ◽  
Carrie Stephens ◽  
Nathan Conner
Keyword(s):  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Academic Efficacy ◽  
College Of Agriculture ◽  
Traditional Lecture ◽  
Future Success ◽  
Cognitive Levels ◽  
Colleges Of Agriculture ◽  
Based Instruction ◽  
The University

Students’ academic-related perceptions, beliefs, and strategies are fundamental elements that influence teaching and learning within colleges of agriculture. This study investigated students’ academic efficacy, academic self-handicapping, and skepticism about the relevance of school for future success at the University of Tennessee’s Herbert College of Agriculture. The students were academically efficacious, rarely self-handicapped, and did not doubt the relevance of their degree. In addition, a low negative association was found between academic efficacy and self-handicapping, a negligible relationship was found between academic efficacy and skepticism about the relevance of school for future success, and a moderate relationship was found between academic self-handicapping and skepticism about the relevance of school for future success. Therefore, instructors are encouraged to move past traditional lecture-based instruction and challenge their students at higher cognitive levels, which will allow students to realistically explore the complexities of agriculture. Furthermore, academic self-handicapping may be an indicator of lower academic efficacy and/or skepticism about the relevance of a student’s degree. Future research should further explore these relationships.  

Using Blended Learning and Emerging Technologies to Transform the Adult Learning Experience

2018 ◽  
pp. 2140-2165
Author(s):  
Leslie Cordie ◽  
Maria Martinez Witte ◽  
James E. Witte
Keyword(s):  
Online Learning ◽  
Adult Learning ◽  
Blended Learning ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Emerging Technologies ◽  
Learning Experience ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Online Learners ◽  
Face To Face ◽  
Definition Of

Faculty are increasing the use of emerging technologies in their classrooms and are recognizing the value of blending face-to-face and online learning to meet educational needs. Blended learning is defined as combining face-to-face and online learning formats. This chapter discusses the definition of blended learning and how it is affecting adult learning experiences and classroom settings. This chapter also addresses faculty and instructional design practices that can be used for blended learning and to continue promoting a positive teaching and learning environment for both face-to-face and online learners. Future research efforts can be focused on faculty development and academic support to continue fostering blended learning and meeting the needs of today's learners.

scholarly journals Blended learning and the language teacher: a literature review

2012 ◽  
Vol 14 (2) ◽  
pp. 163 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jenny Alexandra Mendieta Aguilar
Keyword(s):  
Online Learning ◽  
Blended Learning ◽  
Language Learning ◽  
Language Teachers ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Computer Assisted ◽  
Teachers Perceptions ◽  
Face To Face ◽  
Innovative Idea ◽  
Effective Models

An innovative idea which is increasingly gaining attention is the infusion of technology into face-to-face language curricular programs.Nonetheless, although “the approach of blending Computer-assisted Language Learning (CALL) applications with face-to-face teaching andlearning is as old as CALL itself” (Neumeier, 2005, p. 163), CALL as a field still lacks qualitative research on blended learning. There is insufficientinformation about teachers’ perceptions and the roles they play in these mixed environments, and without an understanding of these features,it is difficult to create new and effective models (Grgurovic, 2010). Research has been conducted comparing learning outcomes in traditionaland blended foreign language classes, yet the various sociocultural (external) and psychological (internal) aspects that mediate teachers’and learners’ transition from face-to-face to online learning, seem to go unexamined (White, 2006). Throughout this paper, therefore, I reviewliterature on the infusion of technology into the curriculum, specifically in relation to blended learning, so as to a) illustrate teachers’ viewsabout blended leaning and their transition from face-to-face to blended/online instruction; and b) discuss ways in which future research mightprovide an alternative understanding of how language teachers manage the new-work order established by the online learning componentpresent in blended programs.

scholarly journals A Study on Politeknik Tuanku Sultanah Bahiyah Students’ Preparedness Towards Blended Learning in Communicative English

2021 ◽  
Vol 6 (7) ◽  
pp. 336-342
Author(s):  
Navin Kumaran ◽  
Nor Salwa Binti Sulaiman
Keyword(s):  
Online Learning ◽  
Blended Learning ◽  
Learning Process ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
English Language ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Learning Approach ◽  
Statistical Software ◽  
Online System ◽  
Engineering Department

Teaching and learning process heading to different dimension after the rising of technology. Even Malaysian Education Ministry is encouraging educators to practice different teaching process. Since the introduction of the Outcome-Based syllabus at Malaysian polytechnics, students are exposed to new ways of learning. This study purposes to investigate the suitability of the blended learning approach in learning the English language among diploma students of Politeknik Tuanku Sultanah Bahiyah. This learning approach is combination of online learning and traditional methods. In Malaysian polytechnics, online learning is made possible through the Curriculum Information Document Online System (CIDOS). For this study, a total of 80 students were selected from Civil Engineering Department. The responses of the students were elicited through a questionnaire survey. The results were then analyzed descriptively using the statistical software, SPPS version 22. The results of the study indicated that there was a moderate level in students’ preparedness in blended learning of communicative English. Recommendations were provided for future research.

Trends of Blended Learning in K-12 Schools

2018 ◽  
pp. 43-61
Author(s):  
Alex Kumi-Yeboah ◽  
Patriann Smith
Keyword(s):  
Online Learning ◽  
Blended Learning ◽  
International Association ◽  
Natural Extension ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Cd Rom ◽  
Face To Face ◽  
School Year ◽  
Training Film ◽  
K 12

Blended learning is a well-known and successful instructional model used in higher education and K-12 schools (International Association for K-12 Online Learning, 2012; Watson, 2012). It is estimated that about 37 percent of school districts in the United States had students enrolled in technology-supported distance education courses during the 2004/2005 school year (Zandberg & Lewis, 2008). An increased student population, coupled with the need to reduce educational costs, has led to a high demand for virtual instruction (Watson, 2010). Blended learning is a hybrid of traditional face-to-face and online learning in which instruction occurs through both classroom and online formats, with the online component being a natural extension of traditional classroom learning (Colis & Moonen, 2001). As such, the process may involve a combination of instructional technology formats (e.g., videotape, CD-ROM, Web-based training, film) and face-to-face instructor-led instruction (Driscoll, 2002). Despite its hybrid nature and the potential it holds for transforming classroom instruction, to date, little research exists that examines trends in blended learning and the challenges and possibilities of utilizing this method of instructional delivery at the K-12 level. Further, even less is known about best practices in K-12 blended learning and instruction (Ferdig et al., 2009). Given these considerations, in this chapter, the authors first explore trends in blended learning in K-12 schools. Subsequently, they examine the benefits and challenges of K-12 blended learning. In the final phases of the chapter, the authors highlight possible solutions to the challenges, discuss recommendation, and identify directions for future research.

scholarly journals EVALUASI PELAKSANAAN PEMBELAJARAN DARING DI INDONESIA SELAMA MASA PANDEMI COVID-19

2021 ◽  
Vol 12 (1) ◽  
pp. 104-113
Author(s):  
Jumardi Budiman
Keyword(s):  
Online Learning ◽  
Learning Styles ◽  
Blended Learning ◽  
Learning Strategies ◽  
Negative Impact ◽  
Positive Impact ◽  
Learning System ◽  
Digital Learning ◽  
Learning Mechanisms ◽  
Innovative Learning

ABSTRAKPandemi covid-19 membuat sistem pembelajaran di Indonesia yang berlangsung secara klasikal berubah menjadi pembelajaran dalam jaringan (daring). Tujuan penelitian ini yakni mengevaluasi pelaksanaan pembelajaran daring di Indonesia pada masa pandemi covid-19. Metode penelitian menggunakan studi kepustakaan dengan sumber data berupa artikel ilmiah yang membahas tentang pelaksanaan pembelajaran daring selama masa pandemi covid-19. Teknik analisis data menggunakan analisa kualitatif yakni reduksi data, penyajian data dan verifikasi/ penarikan kesimpulan. Temuan dalam penelitian ini bahwa mekanisme pembelajaran daring memiliki dampak positif berupa kemandirian siswa dalam belajar, peningkatan aktivitas mencari sumber belajar dan inovasi gaya belajar. Dampak negatif pembelajaran daring berupa rasa jenuh dan penurunan minat belajar akibat kegagalan siswa dan guru dalam mengatasi kendala seperti sarana penunjang yang tidak memadai, ketiadaan kuota internet dan sinyal internet yang buruk. Tantangan yang dihadapi oleh siswa dan guru selama pembelajaran daring yakni ketersediaan sarana penunjang, strategi pembelajaran yang inovatif dan sinergi ntara komponen pendidikan. Pembelajaran daring berpeluang untuk terus dilaksanakan dengan system blended learning guna menciptakan ekosistem pembelajaran digital yang efektif dan efisien.Kata Kunci: Evaluasi, pembelajaran, dalam jaringan, pandemi covid-19 ABSTRACTPandemic covid-19 makes the learning system in Indonesia that takes place classically turned into online learning. The purpose of this study is to evaluate the implementation of online learning in Indonesia during the Covid-19 pandemic. The research method uses library research with data sources in the form of scientific articles that discuss the implementation of online learning during the Covid-19 pandemic. The data analysis technique uses qualitative analysis, namely data reduction, data presentation and verification / conclusion. The findings in this study are that online learning mechanisms have a positive impact in the form of student’s independence in learning, increased activity to find learning resources and innovation in learning styles. The negative impact of online learning is in the form of boredom and decreased interest in learning due to the failure of students and teachers to overcome obstacles such as inadequate supporting facilities, absence of internet quota and poor internet signal. The challenges faced by students and teachers during online learning are the availability of supporting facilities, innovative learning strategies and synergy between education components. Online learning has the opportunity to continue to be implemented with a blended learning system to create an effective and efficient digital learning ecosystemKeywords: Evaluation, learning, online, the covid-19 pandemic

scholarly journals A Blended Grammar Learning System Featuring Unsupervised Pattern Discovery

2021 ◽  
Vol 16 (16) ◽  
pp. 21
Author(s):  
Hengbin Yan ◽  
Yinghui Li
Keyword(s):  
Blended Learning ◽  
Language Learning ◽  
Pattern Discovery ◽  
Learning System ◽  
Preliminary Evaluation ◽  
Grammar Learning ◽  
Wide Range ◽  
Flexible Architecture ◽  
Recent Developments ◽  
Based Instruction

Recent developments in cognitive and psycholinguistic research postulate that language learning is essentially the learning of grammatical construc-tions. An important type of grammatical construction with wide-ranging pedagogical implications is grammar patterns as laid out in Pattern Gram-mar. While grammar patterns have seen increasing adoption in language pedagogy, existing applications typically follow a paper-based, teacher-centered approach to instruction, which is known to be less effective in grammar learning than blended, learner-centered approaches. In this paper, we propose a blended learning model that integrates web-based technology with classroom-based instruction to facilitate efficient, personalized grammar learning. We present the design and implementation of a blended grammar learning system that provides customizable learning materials for individual learners by discovering important grammar patterns from corpora in an unsupervised manner. Preliminary evaluation shows that the proposed system achieves an accuracy in pattern discovery comparable to systems that rely on manually precompiled pattern lists and hard-coded rules. With a flexible architecture and an easy-to-use interface, the system can play a key role in the creation of a blended learning environment that can be integrated into a wide range of language learning curricula.

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