Blended learning
Students' Perceptions Towards Blended Learning Environment Using the OCC
Thu, 2015-04-09 12:19 — Wafa Khaleel Abu ShmaisThe evolution of incorporating technology in EFL settings has enhanced the implementation of new instructional strategies to improve students' performance and increase variation in teaching English Language. This paper aims at investigating An-Najah National University students' perceptions towards Blended Learning environment using traditional methods in addition to OCC (Online Course Container) which is both a synchronous and asynchronous tool for computer assisted communication used to aid EFL learners improve their four language skills. The study included (92) students enrolled in a general English course (10103) offered at the language Center at the university. A questionnaire was designed to measure the students' attitudes towards BL (Blended Learning) using (OCC) in terms of: the process, ease of use, and content. Interviews were also conducted to validate the study and elicit more feedback. The study concludes that in general the students’ attitudes towards BL were positive in terms of the three domains. Moreover, it reflects the students' internet and IT skills and interests due to internet availability and accessibility.
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Students' Perceptions Towards Blended Learning Environment Using the OCC.
Thu, 2015-02-19 15:17 — Dana Omar abdulkareem Adas
Faculty Members’ Views towards Blended Learning, the Case of a Najah National University Master Program Teachers in the College of Education and Teacher Preparation
Wed, 2014-12-03 15:53 — Ali Zuhdi ShaqourThis study investigates faculty members’ views towards the blended learning approach they practice in their MA courses. In order to get a clear picture of the issue, 5 experienced faculty members using Moodle in their courses were selected as a sample for the study which used interview as the data collection tool. The researcher composed 5 questions informed by related literature and colleagues’ advice to get proper responses from participants in order achieve the study objectives. After analyzing participants’ responses, the study found that using blended learning is beneficial and assisted teachers in their performance. Participants’ practices were different using this approach, compared to face to face teaching. It also showed that it was worth spending time and effort implementing blended learning as this approach affected learning outcomes positively.
