Blended Learning

The present research paper discusses the use of blended learning approach (face to face and online) in B.Ed. program for the course of language across the curriculum. The aim of this study is to determine the effectiveness of blended mode teaching learning approach at B.Ed. level. The study also investigate how blended learning approach impact on student's learning outcomes, learning engagement and focused on what are the challenges in using a blended learning approach at B.Ed. level. For this study researcher has used experimental research method. Under the experimental research method two equivalent groups post test experimental design has used. In this experimental design researcher formed two groups, one experimental group and another control group. 35 students were selected by random sampling method in each group. Students of experimental group were enrolled on Moodle (LMS) from the beginning of course; with this LMS researcher has formed one whatsapp learning group and they have provided instructions with blended approach i.e. F2F and online. The control group has provided only traditional F2F mode of instructions. After the completion of two credits course by 30 hours F2F mode and more than 30 hours online mode the performance of have both groups have checked by teacher made achievement test based on course objective. Then with the help of 't' test result were compared. Then researcher found that experimental group learning outcomes are significantly higher compare to control group. Major findings of this study are the blended teaching learning approach is effective modality for B.Ed. program. Students learning outcomes are positively affected by blended learning experiences. Students continue learning engagement has more specific and focused by blended approach. Student's technical knowledge and skills are significantly affected on their online learning activities in blended learning approach.