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Enhancing the Capacity of TVET Instructors to Integrate Blended Learning in Competency-Based Programmes: A Case in Jamaica
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Globally, the biggest challenge in integrating blended learning within TVET programmes is the lack of adequate instructor training and institutional support, which hinders the effective adoption of digital tools and competency-based pedagogies. The integration of blended learning within Competency-Based Education and Training (CBET) programmes presents both opportunities and challenges for Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) instructors in Jamaica. This study explores how targeted professional development workshops enhance instructors' competencies in blended learning pedagogy and digital integration while identifying strategies to support the sustainable and scalable adoption of blended learning in TVET institutions. Guided by a qualitative research approach, this study employs semi-structured interviews, classroom observations, and document reviews to provide a comprehensive understanding of instructors' experiences. TVET instructors, administrators, and policymakers form the participant pool, ensuring a multi-perspective view on the effectiveness of professional development initiatives. Thematic analysis will be used to identify key patterns in instructors' challenges, successes, and institutional barriers to implementation. Classroom observations assess the practical application of blended learning strategies, while document analysis examines the extent to which blended learning is integrated into policy and institutional planning. Findings from this study are expected to offer valuable insights into the current state of blended learning adoption in Jamaican TVET institutions. The research will evaluate the impact of professional development workshops on instructors' pedagogical practices and digital competencies. Additionally, it will generate recommendations for policy and curriculum enhancements that align blended learning with CBET principles. By identifying practical strategies for sustaining and scaling blended learning, this study aims to inform institutional leaders, policymakers, and educators on best practices for digital transformation in TVET. The results will contribute to global discussions on TVET modernization, positioning Jamaica as a case study for leveraging blended learning to improve workforce readiness in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.
PCF11 Plus: Beyond the Forum
Sub-Theme: Changing mindsets for inclusive open education
Paper ID: 1664
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Jamaica
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Caribbean and Americas
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2025-09
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Commonwealth of Learning (COL)