ENHANCING TEACHERS’ COMPETENCIES FOR EFFECTIVE INTERACTION WITH STUDENTS IN BLENDED LEARNING ENVIRONMENTS
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.1259/xvqay311Keywords:
face-to-face instruction, COVID-19 pandemic, pedagogical adaptability, blended learning, peer collaboration.Abstract
This study investigates the development of teachers' competencies to ensure effective student-teacher interaction within blended learning environments. Using a mixed-methods approach, data was collected from 120 secondary school teachers through surveys and interviews. The findings show that technological literacy, digital communication skills, and adaptive pedagogical approaches are critical in ensuring student engagement and learning outcomes. Recommendations include ongoing professional development and integrated digital pedagogy.
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