The Development of a Blended Learning Model by Using a Production-Oriented Approach to Improve the Self-Directed Learning Ability for Faculty of Chinese Language and Literature Undergraduate Students in China

Abstract

This study aims to develop a POA and blended learning model to improve self-directed learning among college students. The study method was divided into three phases, and the research objectives were as follows: 1) to study the conditions and requirements of a blended learning model; 2) to develop a blended learning model by using a production-oriented approach to improve self-directed learning ability; and 3) to study the effectiveness of a blended learning model developed by using a production-oriented approach to improve self-directed learning ability. In phase I, the population was 96 second year of Chinese Language and Literature Undergraduate Students; in phase II, the sample was five model experts; and in phase Ⅲ, the sample was 48 second year of Chinese Language and Literature Undergraduate Students were students selected by using cluster random sampling. Research instrument included a needs questionnaire about the learning status of college students, interview form for content experts, blended learning model, lesson plans, an archived test, Xue Xi Tong learning platform, and "self-directed learning ability" questionnaire form. Data were analyzed by using PNI, Mean, S.D, and dependent t-tests.

From the results, the instructional learning model named D-FEELLT  were three processes: 1) D: drive, 2) F: facilitate, and 3) E: evaluate, and had four components: 1) E: evaluation and feedback, 2) L: learning platform, 3) L: learning environment and resources, 4) T: teacher and students. For self-directed learning, the results showed that after learning with D-FEELLT model , the students had a higher level of self-directed learning ability and achieved learning goals better than before learning, with statistical significance (p<0.05).