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Publication Date: 2023
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The Blended Learning Experiences of Students with Specific Learning Difficulties: A Qualitative Case Study Located in One British Higher Education Institution
Podsiadlik, Aleksandra
International Journal of Disability, Development and Education, v70 n3 p366-381 2023
Blended learning (BL) has been widely adopted across the higher education (HE) sector, with a growing body of literature exploring its impact on both students and faculty. However, to date, few studies have examined how students with Specific Learning Difficulties (SpLDs) experience BL. This paper presents the results of a qualitative case study investigating the BL experiences of students with SpLDs in a British HE institution. A thematic analysis of semi-structured interviews conducted with six participants revealed five major themes regarding the BL experience of students with SpLDs: (1) clarity of purpose and instruction; (2) ease of use; (3) accessibility; (4) fear of 'getting it wrong' in online spaces; and (5) interaction and staff engagement. The findings underscore the significance of addressing these areas in order to increase the efficacy of BL to meet the learning needs of students with SpLDs.
Descriptors: Blended Learning, College Students, Student Experience, Students with Disabilities, Learning Disabilities, Usability, Anxiety, Educational Technology, Interaction, Teacher Student Relationship, Foreign Countries, Barriers, Instruction, Online Courses, Technology Uses in Education, Access to Education
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Education Level: Higher Education; Postsecondary Education
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Language: English
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