Creating new opportunities for Language Learners: “Blended Learning Solution” (A case study implemented with mixed ability students in the Language Centre, SEEU- Skopje)

Abstract

In this paper I will discuss how blended learning can create new opportunities for my students with mixed abilities that come
from different cultural and educational backgrounds. In my case study I compare the traditional with the blended learning class.
The description of the case, are two groups the pre-intermediate, intermediate reading/writing class who are introduced with
learning English in 50 minutes of traditional environment and 50 minutes in a computer mediated classroom for the period of
one semester. I found useful to use Facebook as a tool that helped me introduce self-study resources designed for study in
class. Furthermore, I analyzed the student behavior and at the end of each class. As well as which environment they preferred
more traditional or on-line. Students’ progress was measured in each class and I gave points for each activity.
Keywords: blended learning model; students' attitude and motivation; self-directed activities; independent study