An Original Blended Learning Program Design to Enhance the Research Capacity of Undergraduate and Graduate Students
Project no. 22770 · Status: Kapanmış (Yayın bekleniyor) · 2021
Summary
<p>This project aimed to develop an original blended learning program to enhance the research capacity of undergraduate and graduate students. Designed within an interdisciplinary and collaborative network, the program was implemented under the guidance of academic mentors and field experts to foster the development of innovative business ideas and R&D-oriented scientific projects.</p><p>In alignment with universal design principles, the project actively included students with special needs who were continuing their education on campus, ensuring their participation in research and production activities. The research process encompassed several work packages, including needs assessment and situational analysis, the formation of mentor, sector, and student pools, the development of the instructional program, pilot implementation, and subsequent evaluation activities.</p><p>Feedback was collected from participating students and faculty members to assess each component of the program. As a result of the project, Ege University students gained access to an interdisciplinary environment, a collaborative working network, and essential infrastructure and educational support. Significant improvements were observed in students’ levels of entrepreneurship, creativity, collaboration, the number of innovative business ideas, R&D-based scientific projects, scholarships, and awards.</p>