Assessment of Knowledge Acquisition through Blended Learning among Pre-service Social Studies Teachers

Abstract

The new normal has increased the call for innovative pedagogies to drive learning outcomes. A structured questionnaire (a = .731) was administered to 339 Social Studies students in Nigeria, four questions were answered using descriptive statistics and findings emphasised the use of digital learning resources, teamwork and flexible study in blended learning. The study revealed that student empowerment on the use of digital learning resources such as Zoom, Google Drive and Meet increase learning habits and promote a proactive engagement. It is however recommended that quantitative studies should be conducted to leverage emerging technologies in cross border interactions amongst Social Studies professionals in pursuing 21^st century skills, future studies should include skill assessment.