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Publication Date: November 25, 2021
DOI:10.14738/assrj.811.11310. Motlan, Sinuraya, J., & Mihardi, S. (2021). Optimization Blended Learning Systems in Physics Learning Outcomes with Successful
Skills in Management Learning. Advances in Social Sciences Research Journal, 8(11). 481-489.
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Optimization Blended Learning Systems in Physics Learning
Outcomes with Successful Skills in Management Learning
Motlan
Department of Physics, Universitas Negeri Medan, Medan, Indonesia
Jurubahasa Sinuraya
Department of Physics, Universitas Negeri Medan, Medan, Indonesia
Satria Mihardi
Department of Physics, Universitas Negeri Medan, Medan, Indonesia
ABSTRACT
The objective of this research is to develop blended-based management systems as
well as its suitable learning device for physics subject of high school in Sumatera
Utara Province. The research and development method with 4D design.
Determination of the learning mode chosen as the basis for developing an
optimized learning system with learning tools designed to meet online and face-to- face elements. Preparation for designing lesson plans, media, and student
worksheets is inseparable from the adjustments that have been built in the blended
learning system. Need Assessment is carried out by considering the implementation
of learning, the number of subjects with different systems, and understanding
variations in learning systems. The system built will be tested through user
feedback. The conclusions that can be informed from the implementation of this
development research are 1. Determination of the 'Flipped Classroom' Blended
Learning blended learning system. This lesson has been understood and needs
adjustments to the meeting process compared to 50:50; 2. The use of web-based
online classes makes it easier to change the face-to-face learning system; 3.
Optimization is needed to increase the percentage of quality produced in the
application of the selected blended system.
Keywords: Blended Learning; User Response; Learning Outcomes; Successful Skills.
INTRODUCTION
Learning that is applied in various schools still uses traditional learning, which is still using
learning that prioritizes face-to-face between teachers and students even though the world of
work or the business world is faced with a life based on information and communication
technology (ICT) which makes it easier for us in various affairs. Likewise, in learning to transfer
knowledge, many media make it easier for students to explain the knowledge and information
needed in the world of education [1]–[4]. The main problem is that students or teachers are still
low in mastering technology, therefore various educational institutions in Indonesia still use
traditional learning. The use of Information, Communication, and Technology (ICT) in
education has changed the way of learning from conventional learning or traditional learning
that prioritizes face-to-face to digital-based learning by utilizing technology and information
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[5]–[7]. Many digital-based learning media developments make it easier for students to learn
independently to produce online learning or offline learning.
At first, the term Blended learning was also known as the concept of hybrid learning that
combines face-to-face, online and offline learning, but recently it has changed to blended
learning. Blended learning is a learning approach that combines the advantages of face-to-face
learning and e-learning. The idea behind a blended learning environment is a learning
environment where teachers and students work with a mix of books, presentations and
classroom activities, and digital resources including online materials or smartphone
applications. Blended learning is learning that combines or combines various web-based
technologies, to achieve educational goals [8]–[10]. Blended learning is a learning approach
that integrates traditional face-to-face learning and distance learning that uses online learning
resources (especially web-based) and a variety of communication options that can be used by
educators and students.
The composition of blended learning that is often used is by using the 50/50 pattern, in the
available time allocation, which is 50% face-to-face 50% online learning, some use the 75/25
pattern, meaning 75% face-to-face meetings 25% online learning, and some apply 25/75, 25%
use face-to-face learning, 75% use online learning [11]–[13]. The use of these patterns depends
on the analysis of the competencies required, the objectives of the subjects, the characteristics
of the learners, the characteristics and abilities of the learners, and the available resources.
However, the main consideration in designing the learning composition is the provision of
suitable learning resources for various characteristics of learners so that learning becomes
interesting, effective, and efficient.
In combining online learning with face-to-face, what is called blended learning is different from
other learning models. Blended learning also has certain characteristics including (1) a learning
process that combines various learning models, learning styles, and the use of various
technology and communication-based learning media, (2) a combination of independent
learning via online with face-to-face learning between teachers and students and combines
independent learning, (3) learning is supported by effective learning from the method of
delivery, learning methods and learning styles, (4) in blended learning parents and teachers
also have an important role in the learning of students, teachers are facilitators while parents
are motivators in their children's learning. The characteristics of blended learning are that
students can socialize well with others, students have plenty of time and can provide feedback,
students are also guided well and students learn in an ideal atmosphere.
The blended learning model has the aim of facilitating learning by providing various learning
media by taking into account the characteristics of students in learning. This learning can also
encourage participants to make the best use of face-to-face contact in developing knowledge.
Then, the follow-up of learning can be done offline and online. Learning programs that use full
online are not appropriate for learning that requires face-to-face meetings between students
and teachers, such as Panjaskes material and other materials that require practice. Effective
online learning is carried out if there are students who are unable to attend, with the use of
online media it is hoped that students will still be able to follow the subject.
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Various blended learning models have been developed [12], [14], [15]. Some also mention that
this model is also the same as other types of blended learning. Immediately, here are some
blended learning models that have been applied by various educational institutions in various
parts of the world. 1. Station Rotation Blended Learning, Station-Rotation blended learning
is combining three stations or spots in one hour of face-to-face divided into three; 2. Lab
Rotation Blended Learning, the Lab Rotation Blended Learning model is similar to Station
Rotation, which allows students to have the opportunity to rotate stations through a
predetermined schedule but is carried out using a special computer laboratory that allows
flexible schedule arrangements with lecturers. Thus, a computer laboratory is needed; 3.
Remote Blended Learning or Enriched Virtual, In Remote Blended Learning, students focus
on completing online learning, they do face-to-face learning with lecturers only occasionally as
needed; 4. Flex Blended Learning, Flex is included in the type of Blended Learning model
where online learning is the core or the backbone of student learning but is still supported by
offline learning activities. Students continue learning that begins in real classrooms with
flexible schedules that are individually tailored to a variety of learning modalities; 5. The
'Flipped Classroom' Blended Learning, this Flipped Classroom version of Blended learning
is the most widely known, Flipped Classroom starts from student learning that is done online
outside the classroom or at home with content that has been provided previously. After
carrying out the online learning process outside the campus, students then deepen and practice
solving problems on campus with lecturers and/or classmates.; and 6. Individual Rotation
Blended Learning, Individual Rotation Model allows students to rotate through stations, but
according to an individual schedule set by the lecturer or by a software algorithm.
METHODS
Activities designed through research and development (R&D) with 4D design are aimed at
designing learning systems. The system was built with consideration of the needs assessment
that was carried out at the beginning of the research activity. Determination of the learning
mode chosen as the basis for developing an optimized learning system with learning tools
designed to meet online and face-to-face elements. Preparation for designing lesson plans,
media, and student worksheets is inseparable from the adjustments that have been built in the
blended learning system.
Need Assessment is carried out by considering the implementation of learning, the number of
subjects with different systems, and understanding variations in learning systems. This
information becomes a reference for building a learning system that will be selected in the
development of learning in this research. The system built will be tested through user feedback.
Users of this system are students and educators at the high school level in North Sumatra. This
data will be analyzed descriptively to describe the state and readiness of the system built to go
to the experimental stage and the application of learning.
RESULTS AND DISCUSSION
Analysis from Need Assessment
Figure 1 shows that the implementation of learning carried out until 2021 has a fairly stable
presentation for the percentage of the three types of learning systems (33.36%). This is due to
the shift in the system caused by the pandemic that has been experienced by almost all
countries. This diversity is supported by government policies to continue to carry out learning
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activities. Education is an important sector in building a country by looking at the quality of
human resources.
Figure 1. Percentage of Learning Implementation until 2021
From the learning equipment owned by educators, it can be seen the quality of learning that
has been carried out so far. The number of Student Worksheets owned has not fully met the
needs of learning (Figure 2). Student Worksheet is one of the important things needed to be
able to improve the quality of the skills possessed by students, but in reality, the provision of
student worksheets needs more adjustments to support blended learning activities [1], [2], [7],
[10], [12]. At first, online learning was still combined with conventional learning to train
students to be more independent. Practicing independent learning for students in Indonesia is
not an easy thing, because the previous learning system (traditional pattern) assumed that the
teacher was the main source of learning. After students are more independent than online
learning can be done thoroughly [16]–[18]. Online learning is a system that can facilitate
students to learn more broadly, more, and varied.
Online learning requires students and teachers to communicate interactively by utilizing
information and communication technology, such as computer media with the internet,
telephone, or fax. The use of this media depends on the structure of the learning material and
the types of communication required. Fully online learning requires several requirements for
students, namely: (1) ICT literacy: students must have initial skills in the form of basic ICT
mastery as a tool for learning, meaning that if students are in a low grade where their reading
and writing skills are not good, then they are not suitable to use online, but for them, it is more
suitable to use traditional classes that are directly guided by the teacher [11], [12], [14]. (2)
Independence: online learning requires the condition of students who are accustomed to
independent learning, namely utilizing online learning facilities to study material, take quizzes,
and practice mastering competencies without having to be guided directly by the teacher. In
this case, students must have high internal motivation to continue learning to achieve targets
and conditions like this only exist in high-grade students and higher education. (3) Creativity
and Critical Thinking: online learning facilities are very diverse, students can learn various
available tools such as browsing, chatting, group discussions, video conferencing, online
quizzes, online drills, and others, this requires students' creativity to take advantage of all
optimal. In this case, students' creativity is needed to vary and explore learning experiences