ASSESSING STUDENT SATISFACTION WITH BLENDED LEARNING IN MATHEMATICS COURSES

Nur Azila Yahya; Najihan Awang @ Ali; Noryani Muhammad

Nur Azila Yahya Mathematical Sciences Studies, College of Computing, Informatics and Mathematics, Universiti Teknologi MARA Perak Branch, Tapah Campus, Tapah, MALAYSIA
Najihan Awang @ Ali Mathematical Sciences Studies, College of Computing, Informatics and Mathematics, Universiti Teknologi MARA Perak Branch, Tapah Campus, Tapah, MALAYSIA
Noryani Muhammad Fakulti Kejuteraan Mekanikal, Universiti Teknikal Malaysia Melaka, Hang Tuah Jaya, Durian Tunggal, Melaka, MALAYSIA

Abstract

This paper presents students ‘satisfaction on blended learning specifically within a Mathematics course at Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM), Perak Branch, Tapah Campus. The study addresses various concerns related to blended learning approach for example students' satisfaction with this teaching mode, such as students' low interest in learning, lack of learning action, and failure to meet students' needs in terms of teaching methods and learning platform technology. A total of 131 diploma students were selected for this research, with data collected between March and August of the 2023 academic semester to evaluate their levels of satisfaction. The collected data was analyzed using descriptive analysis techniques. The outcomes of the analysis indicate that the extent to which students agree with the teaching dimension positively correlates with their satisfaction on blended learning. However, learning dimension which is attitude and behavior of student in learning very affected their average satisfaction which indicates very low compared to other factors. To enhance the growth of blended learning and improve teaching effectiveness, it is imperative to delve into further exploration and engage in proactive problem-solving efforts.

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