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The advantage of distributed practice in a blended learning setting.
Nathanael S Jost1, Sina L Jossen1, Nicolas Rothen1
1Faculty of Psychology, Swiss Distance University Institute, 3900 Brig, Switzerland.
Education and Information Technologies
|January 11, 2021
Summary
Learners who study regularly and at their optimal time achieve greater academic success in blended learning environments. These behaviors are key predictors of better exam scores and course completion in higher education.
Area of Science:
- Educational Technology
- Higher Education Pedagogy
- Distance Learning Research
Background:
- Digital transformation is increasing the prevalence of online and distance learning.
- Blended learning models combine online and face-to-face instruction.
- Understanding factors influencing academic success in these settings is crucial.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the impact of learner personalities and behaviors on academic success in a blended learning environment.
- To identify key behavioral predictors of academic achievement in distance education.
- To analyze the relationship between study habits and exam scores.
Main Methods:
- A stepwise regression analysis was employed.
- Data collected from 62 participants over 14 weeks at the Swiss Distance University Institute.
- Measured learning time, motivation, completed exercises, and final grades.
Main Results:
- Studying at the optimal time of day significantly predicts academic success.
- Regular studying habits are also relevant predictors of academic achievement.
- Behavioral factors, such as consistent study patterns, are more influential than initially presumed.
Conclusions:
- Learner behaviors, specifically optimal timing and regularity of study, are critical for academic success in blended learning.
- These findings have implications for predicting student performance in higher education.
- Further research should explore these predictors in diverse educational contexts.
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