Abstract
It is evident that several higher learning institutions in Ghana have implemented blended learning, nonetheless little empirical knowledge has been established regarding the effectiveness, benefits and challenges of the new learning model. This study employs a quantitative research design to develop empirical narratives that address the research gap portrayed above. Data were gathered from hospitality students through five-point Likert scale questionnaire. Descriptive statistics (mean, standard deviation and relative importance ranking) are used as the data analysis approach. Cost and quality of internet services reduced the participation of students in forums and discussions on virtual learning platforms. Factors such as limited learning materials, limited student-lecturer engagement as well as outsourcing of assignments and quizzes were key challenges that impede the learning outcomes of hospitality blended learning across universities. Enhancing the effectiveness of blended learning outcomes, hospitality education requires strategic measures such as partnership with mobile network and internet service providers. This recommendation will practically remedy the implications of internet cost on effectiveness of blended learning model. Strategic partnership with mobile and internet service providers will enable universities offer dedicated as well as cheap internet services to students which in turn will boost their participation in virtual classrooms.
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Evelyn Impraim, Kumasi Technical University, Ghana
Lois Commey, Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, Ghana
Harrietta Akrofi-Ansah, Kumasi Technical University, Ghana
Vida Commey, Kumasi Technical University, Ghana
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Conference: PCE2024
Stream: Learning Experiences
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Impraim E., Commey L., Akrofi-Ansah H., & Commey V. (2024) Implementation of Blended Learning in Hospitality Education and Training in Kumasi Technical University: Challenges and Recommendations for Success ISSN: 2758-0962 The Paris Conference on Education 2024: Official Conference Proceedings (pp. 309-322) https://doi.org/10.22492/issn.2758-0962.2024.25
To link to this article: https://doi.org/10.22492/issn.2758-0962.2024.25
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