Online learning vs blended learning in developing students' self-regulation at Umm Al-Qura University

Abstract

The purpose of this research is to examine the impact of online learning and blended learning on developing students' self-regulation at Umm Al-Qura University, using gender and specialization variables. The research sample consisted of 376 students at Umm Al-Qura University in the academic year 2021–2022. According to the instructional type, the research sample was divided into the following main branches: Blended learning: 233 students dealt with blended courses, and online learning: 143 students dealt with online courses. A self-regulation questionnaire was developed to collect the required data from the study sample. The validity and reliability of the questionnaire were ensured. The findings of the study revealed that blended learning is more effective in developing students' self-regulation than online learning. Blended learning is more effective in developing male students' self-regulation compared to online learning. The effectiveness of blended and online learning on female students' self-regulation is equal. Blended learning is more effective in developing practical major students' self-regulation compared with online learning. It was observed that the effect of blended and online learning on theoretical major students' self-regulation is equal. The study findings enrich the understanding of the effect of both blended learning and online learning in developing learning outcomes. In addition, these findings may help decision-makers and stakeholders at higher education institutions to provide all available means for embedding blended courses in instructional systems.

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