BLENDED LEARNING MODULE: INVESTIGATING ITS EFFECTIVENESS IN TEACHING EXPOSITORY WRITING SKILLS AT SECONDARY STAGE

Abstract

The major aims of this experimental study were to develop and validate Blended Learning Module (BLM) in teaching expository writing skills to students studying English at grade 9. The researcher applied experimental method with pre-test and post-test equivalent group design to carry out this study. The study revealed that the students taught with BLM performed significantly better than the students taught with text-book material on post-test. It was inferred that the better performance of both high and low achievers was the result of active learning, self-paced, individualised and pair activities, support of computer technology that enhanced engagement and motivation of the students in the learning process. It is recommended that English teachers are required to be trained to develop and apply BLM in teaching English.