Maldives National Journal of Research
The Maldives National Journal of Research (MNJR) is a research journal of the Maldives National University published by the Postgraduate Research Centre. MNJR is a multidisciplinary journal of research in all disciplines relevant to the Maldives. Although in the coming years, it is expected that this journal will evolve into specialist journals in various disciplines, the first one is generalist in nature. The journal publishes research articles, literature reviews, book reviews, comments, opinion and perspectives.
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Item Video Recorded Presentations (VRP) and their impact on students’ learning : a mixed method research on blended mode programs at MNU(Research Development Office, The Maldives National University, 2020-12) Mumthaz, FathimathAccommodating technology and flexibility in distance education have been part of higher education in the last decade at several higher education institutions of the Maldives. Blending technology in teaching and learning has increased higher education opportunities across the Maldives. This study was conducted to explore the impact of Video Recorded Presentations (VRP) on students’ learning when used as an assessment tool for blended learning students of the Maldives National University(MNU). Adopting a mixed method approach, the study was conducted among students involved in blended learning, who had submitted assessments using VRP. Lecturers from MNU who assessed the VRP contributed to the study by adding their observation on students’ learning from the videos. The students were chosen among learners who submitted assessments using VRP from July 2017 to the end of 2018. Both groups, students and lecturers, expressed that the use of VRP as an assessment tool increased student’s confidence in their presentation skills and provided the opportunity to self-evaluate and submit the best performances. Although there were challenges in VRP recording and submission, students and lecturers found it as a convenient alternative method for in-class presentations that allow useful learning opportunities for blended learners.Item Is blending the solution? : a systematic literature review on the key drivers of blended learning in higher education(Maldives National Journal of Research, 2019-12) Ali, Ramiz; ރަމިޒް އަލީHigher education institutions have been increasingly adopting blended learning as a course delivery mode in the recent years. This article reports a systematic review of the current literature on the advantages of blended learning. Starting from 855 papers, ten articles met the predefined inclusion criteria for the literature synthesis. The papers were screened and analysed through three screening phases. Major themes focused on the advantages of blended learning were drawn from the final ten papers and include a) increasing students’ academic performance, b) increasing students’ social abilities, c) decreasing course drop-out rates, d) increasing students’ satisfaction and, e) increasing teaching and learning flexibility. The results also indicate that different higher education institutions adopt blended learning approach for different reasons. Implications of this review and future research directions are proposed.Item Graduates perspectives on blended learning in the Maldives(Research Centre, MNU, 2017-06-01) Ibrahim, Roza; Shihab, MohamedBlended learning is the combination of both the advantages of online learning as well as face-to-face learning. This mode of education is increasing around the world today due to the advantages it offers. Prominent features including flexibility, collaboration, interaction and accessibility which make it possible for educators to create positive learning environments in order to meet the demands of students. As the Maldives strives to modernise and develop its higher education sector to meet the rising demand, blended learning is a very appropriate strategy. Centre for Open Learning of the Maldives National University, uses blended learning to create a flexible and interactive learning environment. This qualitative research investigated 10 graduates’ perspectives on blended learning conducted at COL, aiming at three areas; content, tutorials and Learning Management System named as Gateway to E-Learning at MNU (GEM). It also explored the reasons for students joining blended mode of learning. From the data, it concludes that students are satisfied with the content, tutorials and GEM, yet there are few aspects which need improvements. Also, it is found that students prefer blended courses due to its flexibility and convenience since it allows being with their families and working, while completing their studies. The study also suggests that self- directed learning in this mode of studies also motivates students to blended learning