Student Perceptions of Blended Learning in Character Building Courses in Higher Education

Abstract

Technological advances have an impact on changing the learning system with Blended learning with the consequences of diverse student perceptions. This paper aims to map students' perceptions of blended learning in the Character-Building course and analyze how the Binusmaya LMS supports the success of blended learning at Bina Nusanatara University. The data was obtained from online articles and then confirmed by several students as informants in this paper. Informants were limited to a few students who had studied several semesters using the blended learning method and were randomly appointed from various majors. In collecting data, the interview guide instrument was used to formulate questions. Open-ended questions include three things: First, data related to the effectiveness of learning with blended learning. second, satisfaction with LMS Binumaya. Third, the success factor of the blended learning system. This study found three types of perceptions: First, in general, students were satisfied with the Binusmaya LMS as a supporter of the blended learning method. Second, a small number of them were dissatisfied with the LMS due to some technical issues, and third, the students felt quite effective and satisfied but needed improvement in the performance of the Binusmaya LMS. Thus, it is necessary to improve so that the perception of students is happier with the blended learning method.