Innovative blended learning: UMS ITEL’s e-learning portal enhances understanding of immunity chapter in physiology and genetics

• Main Author: Fadzilah Awang Kanak
• Format: Proceedings
• Language: English; English
• Published: Politeknik Sandakan Sabah 2024
• Subjects: LB1025-1050.75 Teaching (Principles and practice); QP1-(981) Physiology
• Online Access: https://eprints.ums.edu.my/id/eprint/41117/1/ABSTRACT.pdf; https://eprints.ums.edu.my/id/eprint/41117/2/FULL%20TEXT.pdf; https://eprints.ums.edu.my/id/eprint/41117/; https://www.researchgate.net/publication/381851971_INNOVATIVE_BLENDED_LEARNING_UMS_ITEL_E-LEARNING_PORTAL_ENHANCES_UNDERSTANDING_OF_IMMUNITY_CHAPTER_IN_PHYSIOLOGY_AND_GENETICS
• Institution: Universiti Malaysia Sabah

This study explores the effect of integrating the UMS ITEL e-learning portal to elevate blended learning experiences, focusing on the immunity chapter in Physiology and Genetics. A reflective survey involving 63 students gauged their perceptions of the ITEL's suitability. Results indicate a positive response, with 54% strongly agreeing and 46% agreeing that the ITEL portal aligns well with their educational needs. Post-teaching sessions for the immunity chapter revealed a 63.5% agreement on increased understanding, with 36.5% strongly agreeing. In addition, 52.4% strongly agreed, and 47.6% agreed that the lecturer taught the chapter clearly, while 58.7% strongly agreed that the lecturer stimulated their interest in the immunity chapter. These findings highlight the positive impact of integrating advanced learning technologies into blended learning, showcasing the UMS ITEL e-learning portal's potential to enhance comprehension in complex subjects. The study provides insights for educators, institutions, and educational technology developers seeking to optimize blended learning for better student understanding and learning engagement.