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VOL. 6, ISSUE 4 (2021)
Blended learning in technology-enabled learning environments in the 21st century
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Caroline Kairu
Abstract
Blended learning is a concept that has risen in popularity over the last decade, and its advantages are acknowledged by e-learning instructors, professionals, and learners. The ability to blend traditional learning methods and technology offers abilities to integrate diverse ways of delivering content to learners with different learning preferences. The convenience of this learning method has increased in popularity due to the convenience it provides to learners and instructors. This literature review will focus on blended learning in technology-enabled learning environments today. Comparisons of blended learning in earlier centuries and current applications are discussed. Blended learning definitions will be analyzed, including the ambiguity and offer of proposed definition for learners and instructors. Blended learning theories and models are evaluated. This review will compare existing models for blended learning to identify or design a model suitable for higher education. There will be discussions of the pedagogical benefits and applications of blended learning. Lastly, there are suggestions of practices for blended learning and its benefits and applications.
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Pages:68-74
How to cite this article:
Caroline Kairu "Blended learning in technology-enabled learning environments in the 21st century ". International Journal of Advanced Education and Research, Vol 6, Issue 4, 2021, Pages 68-74
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