The Effectiveness of the Blended Learning Approach at the University of Strathclyde: Exploring MSc TESOL and Intercultural Communication Students’ Perspectives of the Blended Learning Environment

dc.contributor.advisorAntoniou, Celia
dc.contributor.authorAlhussaini, Munirah
dc.date.accessioned2023-10-10T10:57:09Z
dc.date.available2023-10-10T10:57:09Z
dc.date.issued2023-07-10
dc.description.abstractMuch attention has been given to blended learning in higher education, especially during and after Covid 19, because teachers and students can communicate physically and virtually using the blended learning approach. Using the Community of Inquiry (CoI) as a theoretical frame, the purpose of this study is to explore MSc TESOL and Intercultural Communication students’ perspectives at the University of Strathclyde regarding the blended learning environment. Data were collected from ten participants via an open-ended questionnaire followed by four semi-structured interviews. The thematic analysis of the data showed that students’ perceptions of the blended learning environment were generally positive. In addition, the participants’ responses indicated they were satisfied they received feedback from their instructors and could communicate with them during blended learning via various channels. Almost all participants agree that blended learning is beneficial to developing group/teamwork skills. In a blended learning environment, students were able to develop creativity, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills due to the freedom, flexibility, and personalized learning opportunities available. However, the major disadvantage experienced by the students was technical problems, such as internet connectivity problems. The significance of the current study lies in the fact that it provides insights into understanding blended learning's effectiveness in various cultural contexts through TESOL students' perspectives; thus, intended to assist higher education institutions in integrating blended learning effectively into their curriculum.
dc.format.extent75
dc.identifier.citationAPA7
dc.identifier.urihttps://hdl.handle.net/20.500.14154/69355
dc.language.isoen
dc.publisherSaudi Digital Library
dc.subjectBlended Learning
dc.subjectUniversity of Strathclyde
dc.subjectTESOL
dc.subjectCommunity of Inquiry (CoI)
dc.titleThe Effectiveness of the Blended Learning Approach at the University of Strathclyde: Exploring MSc TESOL and Intercultural Communication Students’ Perspectives of the Blended Learning Environment
dc.typeThesis
sdl.degree.departmentEducation
sdl.degree.disciplineHumanities and Social Sciences
sdl.degree.grantorUniversity of Strathclyde
sdl.degree.nameMaster in TESOL & Intercultural Communication

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