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Student perspectives on learning experiences in a higher education active blended learning context

Armellini, A., Antunes, V. and Howe, R. (2021) Student perspectives on learning experiences in a higher education active blended learning context. TechTrends. 65(4), pp. 433-443. 8756-3894.

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Abstract:
Abstract: This article focuses on university students’ perceptions of their learning and social experiences in the context of an institution-wide pedagogic shift to Active Blended Learning (ABL). It explores students’ perceived enablers and barriers to learning in the new environment. Thematic analysis was conducted on data collected through focus groups involving 60 students. Three key categories emerged: (1) learning experiences, (2) social experiences and (3) support provision. Findings suggest that quality learning experiences are necessary but not sufficient to provide a quality overall student experience. Tutors play a key role in both. Staff-student partnerships are central to promote learner engagement and a sense of belonging. Students value, above all, regular synchronous and asynchronous interaction with peers, tutors and content, enabled by sound pedagogic design and the appropriate deployment of digital technologies. Employability-focused activities that explicitly link theory and practice are regarded as an essential ingredient in learning and assessment. Students view support as a holistic term that integrates academic and pastoral aspects.
Uncontrolled Keywords:
active blended learning, learner support, partnership, student engagement, Computer Science Applications, Education
Creators:
Armellini, A., Antunes, V. and Howe, R.
Date:
26 February 2021
Date Type:
Publication
Page Range:
pp. 433-443
Journal or Publication Title:
TechTrends
Volume:
65
Number:
4
Number of Pages:
11
Language:
English
DOI:
10.1007/s11528-021-00593-w
ISSN:
8756-3894
Status:
Published / Disseminated
Refereed:
Yes
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