2025 IJRSE – Volume 14 Issue 1
Available Online: 25 November 2024
Author/s:
Marisga, Maricar Darling Q.
Occidental Mindoro State College, Philippines (marisgamaricardarling@gmail.com)
Abstract:
This study employed a quantitative research design with a descriptive-correlational approach to assess the effectiveness of blended learning for BS Criminology students and identify challenges encountered during this learning modality. The research focused on analyzing the level of effectiveness, challenges faced, the relationship between these factors, differences based on year level, and proposing relevant policies. Data collection was conducted using a self-constructed survey questionnaire distributed to 300 students from the BS Criminology program at Occidental Mindoro State College, Sablayan Campus. The survey results indicated that blended learning was generally perceived as effective, with fourth-year students rating it higher in areas such as teacher-student communication and technology integration. These students demonstrated a greater familiarity with blended learning, while second-year students encountered more challenges, particularly in balancing online and face-to-face learning. The study found a significant relationship between the perceived effectiveness of blended learning and the extent of challenges, suggesting that students who viewed blended learning as more effective experienced fewer obstacles. Additionally, the research identified differences in effectiveness across year levels. Data analysis utilized weighted mean, Spearman’s rho, and one-way analysis of variance (ANOVA) to evaluate the findings. Based on the results, the study recommended implementing policies to enhance technological support, improve teacher-student communication, and provide tailored resources to help younger students adjust to the blended learning environment more effectively. These policies aim to address the varying needs of students across different year levels and improve overall learning outcomes.
Keywords: criminology, blended learning, effectiveness, challenges
DOI: https://doi.org/10.5861/ijrse.2025.24163
Cite this article:
Marisga, M. D. Q. (2025). Assessing the effectiveness of blended learning for BS Criminology in Occidental Mindoro State College. International Journal of Research Studies in Education, 14(1), 1-23. https://doi.org/10.5861/ijrse.2025.24163