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Area of Science:

  • Exercise Physiology
  • Educational Technology

Background:

  • Blended learning, combining online and face-to-face instruction, shows promise in classroom settings.
  • Evidence for blended learning effectiveness in laboratory settings, particularly exercise physiology, is limited.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the impact of blended learning on student performance and perceptions in an undergraduate exercise physiology laboratory course.
  • To compare student outcomes between blended and traditional laboratory formats.

Main Methods:

  • A randomized crossover design was used, with four laboratory topics delivered in either blended or traditional formats.
  • Blended labs utilized self-paced video demonstrations for content delivery.
  • Student performance was assessed via blinded assignment scores and practicum exams; perceptions were gathered through pre- and post-course surveys.

Main Results:

  • No significant differences in assignment scores were found between blended and traditional labs (P = 0.62).
  • Practicum scores did not differ significantly between sections (P > 0.05).
  • Student perception of the blended format's value increased significantly (P < 0.01), with 94% preferring video demonstrations over readings for foundational content.

Conclusions:

  • Blended exercise physiology laboratories offer a viable alternative delivery method.
  • This approach is favorably perceived by students and does not compromise academic performance.
  • Integrating video demonstrations in blended labs can enhance student learning of foundational concepts.