Obumma Nnenna
University of Porthacourt
Nigeria
Obumma Nnenna holds Bachelor's and Master's degrees in Education, she excels as an ESL Tutor, research assistant and academic writer. Founder of CelebrityTutor blog, she crafts insightful articles sharing expertise in education, tutoring and research, inspiring learners and educators globally.
Maximizing Student Interest and Participation in a Hybrid and Blended Learning Classroom
27/07/2025 05:00 UTC
Hybrid and blended learning models are growing more common in modern education and there is a need to ensure constant student interest and participation in these modalities. While these flexible formats allow students to learn at their own pace and from any location, they also pose educational issues.
This presentation will look at practical, research-based ways for increasing student Interest and participation in hybrid and blended learning classroom, using major psychological theories, instructional design concepts, and technology-enhanced teaching practices.
Key takeaways:
The presentation will highlight the strategic use of educational technology to drive participation. Demonstrations of platforms such as Padlet, Mentimeter, Flip, and Kahoot.
The presentation will show how interactive tools can be leveraged to increase learner agency, collect real-time feedback, and make learning more engaging and student-centered.
The session will provide participants with a conceptual framework for understanding the drivers of student participation.