The Development of a Blended Collaborative Learning Model Based on The Multiple Intelligences Theory to Support Practical Skills of Information Technology Students.

Abstract

The objectives of this research were to study, develop, and evaluate a blended collaborative learning model based on the multiple intelligences theory to support practical skills of information technology students. The research method was divided into 3 parts : (1) The study was conducted by 7 experts and teachers involved in the field. There were a total of 40 students in the Information Technology department. (2) The model was developed by 15 experts and researchers with a minimum education level of a doctoral degree or expertise level. They were selected through purposive sampling. (3) The evaluation of the model was done by the students in the Information Technology department. Statistical analysis used include percentages, mean values, standard deviations, independent sample T-test, and efficiency calculation of the model (E1/E2). The results shown that the department of Information Technology is categorized under analytic group. It emphasizes on the analytical thinking process, multiple intelligences in logic and mathematics, characteristics of learning activities work on patterns (patterns) and calculations, categories and classify. The work involves abstract reasoning and the ability to draw logical conclusions and the related occupations include computer programmers, software developers, system analysts and designers, etc. The suitability, feasibility and usefulness of the model were found that the basic elements of the model (Model) found that the overall was the highest level (Mean = 4.80, SD=0.45) . The Input found that the overall was the highest level (Mean = 4.93, SD=0.15). The process shown that the overall was the highest level (Mean = 4.80, SD=0.45). The overall of output was highest level (Mean = 4.68, SD=0.65). The effectiveness of a blended collaborative learning model based on the multiple intelligences theory, was aimed at promoting practical skills. The effectiveness of information technology students was 81.48/81.41 which was higher than the 80/80 criterion and the overall of the satisfaction of learners who passed this model was the highest level with mean of 4.68, higher than the specified criteria.