Analysis of the Blended Learning Perceived by the Lecturers in Post-Pandemic Era at Universitas Islam Makassar

Abstract

Blended learning is the integration of online and offline learning in the classroom. The study was about blended learning and its implementation in the classroom, as well as lecturers' perceptions of blended learning in English learning situations. The framework for this study was a qualitative descriptive method. The research subjects were English literature lecturers at Universitas Islam Makassar. The data for this study were gathered through observation, self-report, and interviews. The findings of this study revealed that lecturers had a generally positive perception. The lecturers reported that blended learning would increase their interest in teaching English and help them improve their teaching methods. It could be related to the mobility and accessibility that a blended learning environment provides. It was also very exciting to see how students were somewhat optimistic about how blended learning would help them to improve their performance. Students would have more time to collaborate with their lecturers in both online and offline classes. Students felt more at ease and eager to share their thoughts. Blended learning provided some variation in how to teach and learn for both lecturers and students. The representative approach to education revealed several challenges for educational institutions as well as students. These difficulties can include student movement and the waste of time spent learning.