Student Preferences After Taking Online, Face-to-Face, and Hybrid Courses on Educational Technology

Abstract

A survey-based study aimed at improving the course of educational technology was conducted with undergraduate students from 2018 through 2020. The study is based on an online survey. The results suggest that there is no “one-size-fits-all” mode of teaching; a considerable fraction of responses suggest a preference for online instruction, while the responses demanding face-to-face assistance are less numerous. The largest proportion of choices suggest demand for the blend of both. The study also looked at age and gender as factors influencing the preference of a teaching mode. Teacher presence in online/hybrid courses was found critical. Recommendations for designing an online course based on the study are offered.