Transitioning First-year Pre-service Teachers to Blended Learning Using Supplemental Instruction
- DOI
- 10.2991/978-94-6463-439-6_12How to use a DOI?
- Keywords
- Blended Learning; Academic Advising; Supplemental Instruction; Pre-service Teachers
- Abstract
Blended learning combines face-to-face and online instruction, gaining popularity for offering flexible, personalized learning experiences. This method enhances content delivery efficiency and effectiveness, as a result, blended learning has proven to be an effective tool in preparing teachers for the ever-evolving demands of modern education. This study investigates supplemental instruction (SI) within blended learning for first-year pre-service teachers, drawing upon the Technology Acceptance Model (TAM), the study reveals compelling findings. The diverse study population, mainly from public schools, highlights the inclusivity of the research, with a significant female representation among pre-service teachers. Results indicate that 79% of participants find SI helpful in navigating blended learning's challenges and improving academic performance, time management, and critical thinking. SI is especially beneficial for those from less digitally resourced backgrounds, enhancing digital literacy and confidence in technology use for education. Thus, SI, through the TAM lens, proves crucial for pre-service teachers in adapting to digital education, demonstrating its value for academic success and educational equity.
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TY - CONF AU - Mochina Mphuthi AU - Alfred Henry Makura PY - 2024 DA - 2024/06/19 TI - Transitioning First-year Pre-service Teachers to Blended Learning Using Supplemental Instruction BT - Proceedings of the University of Fort Hare Teaching and Learning Conference (UFHTL 2023) PB - Atlantis Press SP - 163 EP - 176 SN - 2667-128X UR - https://doi.org/10.2991/978-94-6463-439-6_12 DO - 10.2991/978-94-6463-439-6_12 ID - Mphuthi2024 ER -