Exploring the Efficacy of Blended Learning Approaches in ELT Classrooms

Abstract

The efficacy of blended learning approaches in improving student engagement, language acquisition, and general academic performance was explored in this study. It was conducted at Cebu Normal University Main Campus during the 2nd Semester of Academic Year 2024-2025. In order to explore the efficacy of blended learning approaches in ELT environments, this study used a mixed-methods research approach that includes surveys, interviews, and classroom observations in addition to a thorough evaluation of the literature. A total of forty (40) students and five (5) language instructors were the respondents of the study. Twenty students (20) in the experimental group (BA English Language majors) and also twenty (20) students from the control group (BSEd English Language majors), wherein their responses were both analyzed before and after implementing blended learning approaches. According to preliminary findings, there were no appreciable variations in the pre-intermediate language proficiency of the Experimental Group and Control Group. However, following the intervention, the Experimental Group's language proficiency considerably increased. The Experimental Group's post-intervention evaluations showed a significant improvement in their language competency when compared to the Control Group at the pre-intervention levels. The results indicated that the educational intervention significantly increased the language skills of every student. Overall, these findings demonstrated how blended learning aided ELT students in developing their language proficiency and underscored the need of integrating technology-enhanced teaching approaches into language instruction. In addition, this paper also explored the application of blended learning in ELT instruction and conducted a thorough analysis of blended learning approaches, literature, and real-world improvements in the context of ELT instruction. In ELT classrooms, the study enhances innovative concepts for implementing blended learning approaches. It showed how the blended learning approaches supports students' academic success, offers a flexible language learning platform, and affects ELT instruction. The findings revealed how crucial it is to incorporate dynamic and interesting activities into blended learning settings to raise student interest and, ultimately, academic achievement.