The Use of Self-regulation Strategies and Interactional Methods in Blended Learning Environments: A Survey Among Teachers and Students in Higher Education

Jan Hein Eggers, Ron Oostdam, Joke Voogt, Bonne J.H. Zijlstra

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Abstract

Blended learning environments (BLEs) have become an indispensable part of higher education and an essential part of course delivery. Although teachers need to be active agents in facilitating students’ self-regulation and interaction, little is known to what extent such support is provided. This study investigated the use of self-regulation strategies (SRS) and interactional methods of teachers and students in BLEs. In a cross-sectional design, 171 teachers and 331 students completed a questionnaire on the use of SRS and the application of human and non-human interactional methods. Results showed that, on average, teachers and students pay little attention to SRS and do not or hardly use interactional methods. Results also showed that experienced and inexperienced teachers did not differ in their attention to SRS, although a significant difference was found between teachers with and without online teaching experience. Teachers with more online teaching experience pay more specific attention to metacognitive and management strategies. A positive relationship was also found between the extent to which teachers use both human and non-human interactional methods and the extent to which they pay attention to SRS in the online component of BLEs. Finally, there was a positive relationship between the extent to which students utilize both human and non-human interactional methods and the extent to which they apply SRS. Outcomes of this research provide insight into the design of BLEs and emphasize the importance of teachers' attention to students’ SRS and the use of interactional methods.
Original languageEnglish
PublisherTechnology, Knowledge and learning
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Publication statusPublished - 20 Sept 2024

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The authors declare that no funds, grants, or other support were received during the preparation of this manuscript.

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