Teachers' Perceptions of Their Roles in Blended Learning Environments (Poster 46)

• In Event: Sunday Poster Session 3:05 pm
  In Poster Session: Technology Innovations for Learning

Abstract

Blended learning is widely adopted in schools to enhance student achievement. As the computer assumes part of the instruction, teachers' roles may change. This qualitative study, using transcendental phenomenology, explores primary teachers' perceptions of their role in a blended learning environment. Role theory is applied to examine role changes and intensity. Findings indicate evolving teacher roles, using student data to tailor instruction, motivating students as independent learners, and adapting lesson planning. However, no role deintensification was observed, as teachers handled new responsibilities related to student data from software. The study's outcomes inform pre-service teacher training and professional development to equip teachers for success in this novel classroom setting. Keywords: blended learning, teacher role, primary teachers, role intensification.

Author

• Sabrina Pence, FirstLine Schools