Η Διδασκαλία της Ελληνικής Γλώσσας μέσω μικτής μάθησης στο Σχολείο Δεύτερης Ευκαιρίας (ΣΔΕ) Αχαρνών

Abstract

At the Second Chance Schools (S.C.S) a number of adult - learners face obstacles in having a consistent attendance. The difficulties are mainly due to personal reasons and professional obligations, which coincide with the evening hours of the school. In order to overcome these obstacles, it is suggested to adopt the model of blended learning at the S.C.S. This article investigates the effectiveness of Greek language teaching by combining face to face and distance education for adult - learners at the Second Chance School of Acharnon in the Prefecture of Attica, in Greece, during the school year 2012-2013. The implementation of the model of blended learning was based on advanced educational technologies, such as the Learning Activity Management System (LAMS). For their distance learning, three (3) digital courses were developed at the LAMS platform; these were supplementary disposed to the adult learners for homework. The results of the research found that a number of adult - learners spent time outside of school, study remotely via internet. Τhis case study indicate improvement of learning outcomes in the Greek language, strengthening of self-confidence of adult learners and change of their attitude towards their participation in programs of lifelong learning.