Suspending Classes without Suspending Learning. A Case Study on the Impact of Blended Learning in Secondary Schools - Softcover

Okpeku, Timothy; Ihonvbere, Julius Omonzuanvbo

 
9783346970237: Suspending Classes without Suspending Learning. A Case Study on the Impact of Blended Learning in Secondary Schools
Softcover
ISBN 10: 334697023X ISBN 13: 9783346970237
Verlag: GRIN Verlag, 2023

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Case Study from the year 2023 in the subject Pedagogy - School Pedagogics, , language: English, abstract: In a world grappling with educational disruptions, particularly in regions facing infrastructural limitations, does blended learning hold the key to unlocking consistent academic progress? This pivotal study delves into the Nigerian secondary education system, dissecting the effectiveness of technology-enhanced instruction and its impact on student achievement amidst the challenges of school closures and fluctuating academic performance. Drawing upon data from the West African Senior Secondary School Examination (WASSCE) between 2015 and 2023, this research meticulously examines the experiences and perceptions of both teachers and students regarding blended learning strategies. It grapples with critical questions surrounding teacher preparedness in utilizing educational technology, the availability of adequate ICT infrastructure, and the pressing issue of the achievement gap exacerbated by factors like the COVID-19 pandemic. By employing rigorous methodologies, including Z-test analysis, the study uncovers nuanced insights into the relationship between technology access, teacher training, and student outcomes. This exploration goes beyond surface-level observations, venturing into the heart of digital literacy, instructional strategies, and the transformative potential of integrating online and offline learning methods. Discover how blended learning can serve as a catalyst for bridging the educational divide, fostering resilience in the face of adversity, and ultimately, empowering the next generation of Nigerian scholars. Uncover the recommendations for policymakers, educators, and stakeholders seeking to leverage technology to create more equitable and effective learning environments, paving the way for sustainable educational development in Nigeria and beyond. Understand the intricacies of blended learning, the obstacles hindering its seamless implementation, and the innovative solutions that can revolutionize secondary education in resource-constrained settings. Gain invaluable knowledge about the future of education in Africa, where technology and tradition converge to shape a brighter tomorrow for students and communities alike. Explore the potential of blended learning to transform educational outcomes and address the systemic challenges hindering academic progress in the region.

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BIOGRAPHY Dr. Timothy Oziegbe Okpeku was born in Okokomoiko, Ojo Local Government Area of Lagos State. He started his primary education at Okhide Primary School Uzebba where he obtained his primary school leaving certificate and proceeded to Uzebba Grammar School for his secondary education where he obtained his National Examination Council (NECO) certificate. He received his Bachelor's degree from Ambrose Alli University Ekpoma, Nigeria. He proceeded to the University of Benin where he obtained his Master's degree. He thereafter moved to his Alma Mata where he received his Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) degree. As a student, he was a class prefect at Uzebba Grammar School, Uzebba-Iuleha, and later a class representative at the University of Benin. His hands-on research and pedagogical experience earned him the first graduate of his department's post-graduate degree program. He started his career as a teacher. Thereafter he joined the Edo State government public service as an industry officer at the Edo State Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Benin City, Nigeria. Due to his passion for Nigeria's education system, education policies and programs, curriculum reform, education equity, and student achievement gap, he was among the six post-doctoral scholars selected in Africa by the Government of the Republic of China (Taiwan) as African visiting scholars to the Republic of China (Taiwan). A transnational task that took him to the Republic of China (Taiwan) for one year (January-December, 2022). While in Taiwan, he was assigned to the National Taichung University of Education, to examine the strategic aspects of the Taiwanese educational system and lessons for Nigeria. His research interests cut across school politics, pedagogy, didactic, e-learning, education psychology, education leadership, education sociology, school system, education policy, curriculum design, educational equity, program evaluation, achievement gap, instructional technology, comparative education, vocational, technical education, and training. He has recently published 17 academic papers, 7 commentaries, 12 contributed postgraduate thesis/dissertations, and 5 academic seminar papers. Dr. Timothy O. Okpeku is a recipient of the Taiwan Fellowship Award.

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Verlag
GRIN Verlag
Erscheinungsdatum
2023
Sprache
Englisch
ISBN 10 
334697023X
ISBN 13 
9783346970237
Einband
Taschenbuch
Auflage
1
Anzahl der Seiten
24
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