V. Radhika Devi
*,
N. Laxminadh
,
Y. Lavanya
- Department of Science and Humanities, MLR Institute of Technology, An Autonomous Institution, Affiliated to JNTUH, Hyderabad, T.S., India
Abstract
Outcome based education is emerging as a paradigm for revising and reorienting teaching/learning approaches. Innovation in content, delivery mechanism and assessment are the major challenges faced by higher educational institutions. Any method devised should enable the development of creative and critical thinking among the students. Chances for long term success can be strengthened by considering various methods. In the context of challenges, the potential of blended learning is discussed. The study aims to examine the impact of the paradigm shift in teaching methodologies empowering the faculty with pedagogical methods and analyses the impact of their implementation. In particular the active learning strategies that were implemented by 80% of the faculty has shown an impact on the improvement of student interest in the subject by 50%.Blending by use of multiple types of instructional methodologies by incorporating technology has transformed students from learners to leaders.
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