The aim of this study was to investigate the effect of blended collaborative learning on Iranian learners’ understanding concept skill and test these hypotheses: 1. Blended collaborative learning increases the ability to understand and correctly recognize the meanings of words in eighth grade students. 2. Blended collaborative learning increases the ability of eighth grade students to comprehend and identify appropriate vocabulary to complete incomplete texts. 3. Blended collaborative learning increases the ability of eighth grade students to understand reading English texts.
Among the statistical population of eighth grade male students in Birjand in the academic year 2021 which numbered 637 people, 30 students were purposefully divided into two experimental and control groups using the available sampling method. After taking the Oxford Placement Test and purposeful appointment of learners in experimental and control groups, a pre-test was taken. Students in both groups were trained in English text comprehension techniques and skills for 4 weeks. The difference was that the students in the control group were trained individually in blended method (n=15) and the students in the experimental group were trained in blended collaborative method (n=15). Two standard research tools were used to collect the data of this study. The first research tool was the concept comprehension test to determine students’ level of concept comprehension ability (OPT). The second research tool was a teacher-made test that was used as a pre-test, post-test and delayed post-test.
Table of Contents
Chapter one
Introduction
Statement of problem
Importance and necessity of research
Research objectives
Research questions or hypotheses
Theoretical and operational definition of concepts
Chapter two
Introduction
Collaborative learning
Advantages of cooperative learning
E-learning
Advantages and disadvantages of e-learning
E-learning features
Web 2 in e-learning
Benefits of Web 2 in e-learning
Social networks
Podcast
Blended learning
History of integrated learning
Types of combined learning
Applying blended learning in educational spaces
Research background
Research inside the country
Research abroad
Summary of Chapter
Chapter three
Introduction
Research method
Research Society
Research tools
Research implementation method
Research data analysis method
Summary of Chapter
Chapter four
Introduction
Descriptive analysis of subjects according to demographic variables
Inferential statistics
Inferential analysis of the main hypothesis
Inferential analysis of the first sub-hypothesis
Inferential analysis of the second sub-hypothesis
Inferential analysis of the third sub-hypothesis
Conclusion
Chapter five
Introduction
Discussion regarding the main hypothesis of the research
Discussion regarding the second sub-hypothesis of research
Discussion regarding the third sub-hypothesis of research
Final Conclusion
Research limitations
Research proposals
Practical suggestions
Suggestions for future research
References
Research Objectives & Key Themes
This study aims to investigate the impact of blended collaborative learning on the English text comprehension skills of eighth-grade students in Iran. The primary research goal is to determine if incorporating collaborative strategies within a blended learning environment leads to significant improvements in word recognition, vocabulary usage in incomplete texts, and general reading comprehension compared to individual blending methods.
- Effects of blended collaborative learning on language acquisition
- Role of interactive tools (Edmodo, multimedia) in English comprehension
- Pedagogical transition from passive to active learning environments
- Development of critical thinking and collaborative problem-solving skills
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1-1 Introduction
The rapid and extensive development of information and communication technology has affected various aspects of human life. The use of information and communication technology in the educational system, in addition to creating fundamental changes in the teaching method, has created a new concept of interaction. Recently, many efforts have been made to replace traditional teaching methods with electronic teaching methods in order to respond to the individual and social needs of students. Collaborative learning refers to educational methods in which teachers organize students in small groups to work together in learning academic content and help each other in this matter (Slavin, 2011). Interaction is considered a main factor in the learning process as a social activity (Wu Y, Rios T 2008).
Interaction is a learning activity in the way that people are faced with a problem or scenario and have to work on this problem to reach a goal. Interaction is not without purpose and should be designed to maintain the interests of learners (Cowley et al., 2002). One of the important dimensions for using new technologies, especially computers and the Internet in education, is their capacity for interactive communication (Anderson, Terry 2008). Cooperative learning is a model of education in which students cooperate with each other in order to achieve a specific goal and to complete an assigned task, and has components of positive interdependence, individual responsibility, group processing, and social skills. and interaction (Ham and Adams, 2004).
Cotenik and Bardondini (2008) 6 consider cooperative learning as a successful educational strategy that uses various learning activities in small groups, consisting of students with different levels of ability, to improve the understanding of a subject. Interaction in the e-learning environment seeks to combine technology with traditional facilities and is not limited to the instrumental approach. With a unified view in education, the processes and results affected by this approach have been analyzed from the perspective of different experts in the form of different dimensions.
Summary of Chapters
Chapter one: Provides the research foundation, identifying the problem, objectives, and hypotheses related to blended collaborative learning.
Chapter two: Defines theoretical foundations, exploring collaborative learning, e-learning, and the background of research both domestically and internationally.
Chapter three: Describes the methodology, detailing the research design, participants, tools, and data collection procedures used.
Chapter four: Presents the statistical analysis of the study, including descriptive results and inferential testing of the research hypotheses.
Chapter five: Discusses the research findings, concludes the study, and offers practical suggestions and limitations for future research.
Keywords
e-learning, collaborative learning, blended learning, blended collaborative learning, comprehension, concept comprehension, English texts, educational technology, student interaction, cognitive development, research methodology, secondary education.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the core focus of this research?
The research focuses on evaluating the effectiveness of blended collaborative learning compared to individual blended learning in improving eighth-grade students' comprehension of English texts.
What are the central themes addressed in the work?
The work covers collaborative education strategies, technological integration in English teaching, the role of social networks in learning, and cognitive development in language acquisition.
What is the primary objective of the study?
The primary objective is to test whether blended collaborative learning improves students' ability to recognize word meanings, complete incomplete texts, and enhance reading comprehension.
Which scientific methods were employed?
The study uses a quasi-experimental, pre-test/post-test/follow-up design with control and experimental groups, employing statistical analysis via SPSS to test research hypotheses.
What content is covered in the main body?
The main body examines the theoretical foundations of collaborative and blended learning, provides an extensive research background, details the chosen methodology, and documents the statistical results of the experiment.
Which keywords characterize this publication?
Key terms include e-learning, collaborative learning, blended learning, English reading comprehension, and concept understanding.
What specific role does the Edmodo social network play in this study?
Edmodo serves as the virtual platform for the experimental group to collaborate, share assignments, provide feedback, and interact with teachers and peers, facilitating the collaborative aspect of the learning intervention.
Why is the follow-up test included in the research design?
The follow-up test is conducted two weeks after the post-test to evaluate the durability and stability of the learning effects achieved through the blended collaborative method.
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- Mohsen Akbari Motlagh (Author), Dr. Esmail Zarei Zavaraki (Author), Dr. Morteza Bakhtiarvand (Author), Hossein Mohammadi (Author), 2023, The Impact of Blended Collaborative Learning on Understanding the Concept of English Texts, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/1353059
