Challenges and Successes of Blended Learning in Directorate of Distance Education, IIIUI

Nabi Bux Jumani, Samina Malik, Humaira Akram

Abstract

This article presents challenges and successes of Blended Learning experienced by students and faculty members of Directorate of Distance Education, International Islamic University Islamabad. The study has followed mixed method approach including sequential explanatory design. A survey was conducted to probe the experiences of (126) students enrolled in (FALL 2016) distance education programs, while interviews were conducted from (20) faculty members. Quantitative data were
analyzed by using mean scores and percentages, while the interviews were analyzed by utilizing thematic approach