Perception of Blended Learning in Faculty and Students of Higher Learning

Abstract

Technology, globalization, and work environments are changing the educational environment which has necessitated to train teachers and students. Teachers who recognize the potential benefits of blended learning for student achievement are more likely to embrace the integration of technology and use it to improve classroom teaching and learning. Blended learning (BL) is a teaching/learning method with a wide range of different techniques that emerge from online education, including the evolution of new ways of teaching, the openness to change, and the innovation of learning strategies. This research aimed to present the results and experiences of teachers and students of higher learning, emphasizing the use of the hybrid educational model against the traditional model. The findings revealed that students developed critical, reflective and constructive thinking and problem-solving skills when taught through BL or hybrid learning. The development of competencies in both students and teachers facilitating the construction of meaningful learning was also reported. The study recommends the need to make the use of BL in order to make their learning and skills development more coherent.