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Blended learning (BL) is the integration of traditional classroom instruction with computer-mediated instruction. It has become a common approach in educational systems all over the world, and recently it has become a matter of considerable interest in teaching English as a foreign language (EFL). As opposed to online learning, BL complements face to face instruction with a wide variety of technologies that makes learning easier in the 21st century. This paper investigates the effectiveness of the BL approach on the learning outcomes and satisfaction of undergraduate students, taking an English language course in a private university in Egypt. A quasi-experimental research design will be implemented and sixty students will be chosen as the sample of participants. All students will receive the same instructional topics with regards to the reading and writing skills; forty students represent the study groups who receive BL through the flipped classroom method, e-learning and the use of an interactive e-book, while twenty students represent the control group who will only receive face to face instruction. The effectiveness of the BL approach will be measured by examining the development of the students’ reading and writing skills. The study groups will fill out a 21-item likert scale satisfaction questionnaire to evaluate the content of the course, the usefulness of e-learning, the instructor and interaction. Data of students’ pre-test and posttest will be analyzed, and a t-test will be used to find out the significant differences of the learning outcomes between the study groups and the control group. The t-test will also be conducted to identify learners’ satisfaction of the BL environment.
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1.1 Student Satisfaction Questionnaire of Blended Learning
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Students’ Satisfaction with Blended Course Content
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The course content delivered in the face-to-face sessions is suitable for me to learn.
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I understand the concept of the flipped classroom method and find it effective in learning and improving my language skills.
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The materials designed in the flipped mode (Pre-class quizzes) and after class (interactive quizzes) are appropriate and relevant to the course content.
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The assessment criteria for each assignment are clear.
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Duration of doing each assignment is appropriate.
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The use of e-learning allows me to participate at times that are convenient for me.
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The ability to access course information and content through e-learning is important.
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In terms of technology, I feel comfortable using e-learning.
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Using e-learning has been difficult for me.
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Using an interactive e-book is very effective to improve my skills.
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Using the interactive e-book is not necessary in this course.
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In terms of technology, an interactive e-book is difficult for me to use.
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The use of e-learning provides me with options that meet my learning needs and learning style.
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Satisfaction with instructor
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The instructor is able to explain the content clearly.
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The supplementary interactive quizzes provided in the e-book are clear and helps in reinforcing the course content.
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Classroom assignments are clearly communicated to me.
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Feedback on assignments is given in a timely manner.
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The instructor is able to use blended learning technology.
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Satisfaction with interactivity
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Teacher-student interaction is appropriately maintained in online and face to face sessions.
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I am satisfied in the way I interact with other students in online and face to face sessions.
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I am satisfied with my peer collaboration in groups to complete assigned tasks.
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What do you think are the benefits of teaching the EAP course using the blended learning environment?....................................................................................................
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What do you think are the disadvantages of teaching the EAP course using the blended learning environment?......................................................................................
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What are your suggestions for improvement of the EAP course?.........................
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Morsi, W.K. (2021). Work in Progress: The Effectiveness of Using Blended Learning on Developing Egyptian EFL Learners’ Language Skills. In: Auer, M.E., Centea, D. (eds) Visions and Concepts for Education 4.0. ICBL 2020. Advances in Intelligent Systems and Computing, vol 1314. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-67209-6_49
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