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PERCEPTION OF BLENDED LEARNING METHODS IN FACILITATING CONTINUOUS EDUCATION AMONG HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONALS: A CROSS-SECTIONAL STUDY

📘 Volume 12 📄 Issue 8 📅 August 2026

👤 Authors

Nipanjana Saha 1 , Somdip Das 2 , Monashlu Chettri 2 , Sakia Jamal 2 , Christine A Nongrum 2
1. Assistant Professor, Department of Public Health, Bhawanipur Global Campus Kolkata,,
2. Student, Department of Public Health, Bhawanipur Global Campus Kolkata,

📄 Abstract

Blended learning has emerged as an innovative pedagogical approach that effectively bridges the gap between traditional classroom-based instruction and technology-mediated education. By combining the structure of face-to-face learning with the flexibility of online platforms, it offers a versatile and contextually responsive model of education. This approach is particularly relevant for healthcare professionals, who must balance demanding clinical responsibilities with continuous education requirements. The present cross-sectional study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of blended learning in facilitating continuous education among healthcare professionals. Data was collected from a total of hundred participants using a semi-structured questionnaire that assessed perceptions, advantages, and challenges related to blended learning. The results revealed highly positive perceptions among participants, emphasizing the approach’s flexibility, accessibility, and cost-effectiveness. It was strongly statistically significant that participants' motivations for opting for blended learning had a strong positive influence on their perceived learning benefits. Respondents noted that blended learning enhanced their ability to manage time, access learning materials asynchronously, and integrate theory with practice through periodic in-person sessions. However, challenges such as limited interpersonal interaction, concerns about academic integrity, shifting hours of duties and disparities in technological access persisted. The findings align with existing global evidence suggesting that blended learning promotes lifelong learning and professional development when supported by adequate institutional infrastructure and faculty readiness. Overall, the study concludes that blended learning represents a sustainable and learner-centered educational model capable of advancing healthcare education in the digital era.

🏷️ Keywords

Blended learning e-learning healthcare education continuous professional development hybrid learning.

🔗 DOI

DOI - ( https://doi.org/10.36713/epra28831)

📚 How to Cite:

Nipanjana Saha, Somdip Das, Monashlu Chettri, Sakia Jamal, Christine A Nongrum , PERCEPTION OF BLENDED LEARNING METHODS IN FACILITATING CONTINUOUS EDUCATION AMONG HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONALS: A CROSS-SECTIONAL STUDY , Volume 12 , Issue 8, August 2026, EPRA International Journal of Multidisciplinary Research (IJMR) , Pages: 124 - 129 , DOI: https://doi.org/10.36713/epra28831

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