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Effectiveness of Blended Learning in Mathematics as an Educational Intervention: A Systematic Review
Efectividad del Blended Learning en Matemáticas en el Sistema Educativo como Método de Intervención: Una Revisión Sistemática
Abstract
This systematic review evaluated the effectiveness of Blended Learning compared to traditional face-to-face instruction in improving academic performance in mathematics across diverse educational contexts. A structured search was conducted in electronic databases using predefined inclusion and exclusion criteria. A total of 54 empirical studies were included, covering various countries, educational levels, and Blended Learning modalities, with a combined sample of 10,425 participants. The findings indicate that Blended Learning was generally more effective than traditional instruction in terms of academic achievement, motivation, and cognitive and metacognitive skill development. The overall effect size favored Blended Learning, although there was notable heterogeneity across studies. Moderating factors such as study design, educational level, and intervention duration were identified. The review discusses practical implications for educational practice and future research, highlighting the need to address teacher digital competencies, student perceptions, and contextual factors for the successful implementation of Blended Learning in mathematics.
EEsta revisión sistemática evaluó la efectividad del Blended Learning en comparación con la educación tradicional presencial en el rendimiento académico en matemáticas de estudiantes de varios contextos educativos. Se realizó una búsqueda en bases de datos electrónicas, aplicando criterios de inclusión y exclusión predefinidos. El análisis de 54 artículos comprende niveles educativos, modalidades de Blended Learning en diferentes países y un total de 10,425 participantes. Los resultados mostraron que el Blended Learning fue generalmente más efectivo que la enseñanza presencial tradicional en términos de rendimiento académico, motivación, habilidades cognitivas y metacognitivas. El análisis evidenció que el Blended Learning tiene un efecto positivo a diferencia de otras modalidades. Aunque los estudios sí demuestran diferencias a nivel global, se encontraron factores moderadores como el diseño del estudio, nivel educativo y duración de la intervención. A partir de los hallazgos, se plantea que la competencia digital docente, la percepción estudiantil y los aspectos propios de cada contexto son relevantes en el diseño e implementación del Blended Learning en matemáticas
Keywords
- blended learning
- mathematics
- secondary education
- academic achievement
- educational technology
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