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ERIC Number: ED660269
Record Type: Non-Journal
Publication Date: 2024
Pages: 232
Abstractor: As Provided
ISBN: 979-8-3836-4804-9
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Barriers to Implementing Blended Learning in the K-12 Classroom: Quantitative Correlational Research
Theodore Newfield
ProQuest LLC, Ed.D. Dissertation, University of Phoenix
This nonexperimental predictive correlational research study examined the impact of ongoing professional development, hands-on training, practical scenario-based learning, post-training support materials, and one-on-one coaching on educators' ability to adopt, maintain competency, and effectively use digital tools. The study analyzed the possibility of the role of digital content creators or mentors in enhancing educators' technical pedagogy, focusing on the specific outcomes of comprehensive support before, during, and after lessons. This approach aimed to improve educational practices, teacher confidence, and student engagement. The research utilized quantitative correlational methods with inquiry-based questions to analyze correlational relationships among the variables. Forty-six educators participated in the study, providing statistically significant insights and practical options for educators. The study emphasized educator self-efficacy using appreciative inquiry and seamless technology integration through professional development. The research questions focused on whether support activities predict an educator's ability to adopt, stay competent with, and effectively use digital tools. It aimed to identify which specific variables or combinations best forecast an educator's success. Implications suggest that transformative pedagogical and institutional policies and robust follow-up support are needed to enhance educators' self-efficacy with digital tools. Furthermore, educators in the study expressed their readiness to adopt and use digital tools but wanted effective feedback. Detailed strategies include customized professional development, ongoing support, mentoring rubrics, and resource allocation. Future research could analyze whether mentors, content creators, or technological pedagogical assistants improve educators' self-efficacy in using technology in the classroom. [The dissertation citations contained here are published with the permission of ProQuest LLC. Further reproduction is prohibited without permission. Copies of dissertations may be obtained by Telephone (800) 1-800-521-0600. Web page: http://bibliotheek.ehb.be:2222/en-US/products/dissertations/individuals.shtml.]
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Publication Type: Dissertations/Theses - Doctoral Dissertations
Education Level: Elementary Secondary Education
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Language: English
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