Comparative Study of Blended Learning versus Online Classes of BSHM Graduating Students at Bestlink College of the Philippines

Vol.3, No.1B

Abstract

Many establishments, businesses, and schools were forced to close to avoid the spread of the virus. The interaction of students and teachers in the classroom was suspended. Thus, the researchers conducted a study to determine the difference between blended learning and online classes and to find out the effective ways of teaching during the pandemic using both modalities. This study compares the differences in learning outcomes on blended learning versus online learning for BSHM graduating students at Bestlink College of the Philippines.

This study utilized the descriptive method design for investigation and collecting information about the differences in learning outcomes on Blended Learning Versus Online Classes for BSHM Graduating students. The researchers gathered data using a questionnaire administered via Google form to one hundred (100) target respondents at Bestlink College of the Philippines.

The survey result shows respondents' frequency and percentage distribution in terms of age. Seventy-five percent of the respondents are 22-24, 16 percent are 20-21, 8 percent are 25-27, and the remaining 1 percent are 29 years old and above. Therefore, the majority of the respondents are in adulthood. The result from the survey of 100 students at Bestlink College of the Philippines supported the expected hypothesis. The findings showed the respondents' problems and challenges of blended learning and online classes in learning outcomes were a need for more practical activities.

Regarding student and teacher interactions, it was time management and internet connection. In terms of learning environment, when it was online learning, it was found that the problem was a decrease in motivation to learn, and when it was blended learning, it was found that it was because of travel time and cost. The findings also showed the factors of blended learning and online classes of Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Management students in terms of perceived ease of use was it was easy to use and accessible, while in terms of perceived usefulness, it was to save travel time and travel cost and when it comes to course content, the result was additional materials to help students understand more clearly and deeply about the knowledge.

This study revealed the significant effects of blended learning versus online classes on the respondents. Results also showed that most students' challenges in moving to blended learning and online classes needed more understanding. The study also revealed that the benefits of blended learning and online classes to students were the opportunity to practice learning. The guidelines recommended can be used to expand knowledge about the new ways of learning applicable to the new normal.