An exploration of undergraduate health science students’ experiences of blended learning andragogy: A rapid review
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https://doi.org/10.17159/2310-3833/2024/vol54no3a7Keywords:
hybrid teaching, higher education institutions, student engagement, academic performance, online learning platforms, quality eduationAbstract
Introduction:
Blended learning is defined as the combined use of in-person and online learning, through interactive multimedia and face-to-face engagement with curriculum content. Recently, higher education institutions have experienced major inevitable changes in teaching and learning approaches, sparking interest in the exploration of these approaches- including blended learning.
Aim:
To explore undergraduate health sciences students’ experiences of blended learning.
Method:
A rapid review of articles published in English was conducted between 18th-22nd February 2022 using the following databases: Pubmed, Ebscohost, Web of Science, Scopus, Africawide Information and CINAHL. Articles found were exported to Endnote, version 20.2.1. The Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-analysis flow chart was used to document the search. The Critical Appraisal Skills Programme was used to appraise the articles, which were analysed using thematic analysis.
Findings:
Eight quantitative articles were analysed and categorised on the hierarchy of evidence. Three themes emerged: 1. Student engagement and perceptions of blended learning, 2. Student academic performance, and 3. Challenges of blended learning.
Conclusion: Positive experiences of blended learning were reported, including: significant improvement of student academic performance, higher levels of satisfaction and an increased student engagement. Ineffective online learning platforms and/or technological devices resulted in students experiencing anxiety and frustration.
Implications for practice
- Blended learning may be a feasible option to maintain and enhance students learning experience.
- Students’ academic performance could improve with blended learning
- Blended learning could increase students’ engagement within the andragogical field.
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