Quality Culture in Blended Learning: Self-Assessment as a Driver For Change

This paper proposes a methodology for self-assessment of online and blended learning programs (OBL) in adult education at the institutional level. It is based on applied research on the quality of OBL in formal adult education and continuing vocational education training, funded by the Flemish government (Belgium): the ‘Adult Learners Online! Blended and Online Learning in Adult Education and training (ALO!)’ .
Adult education centers in Flanders offer education for a highly diverse audience. Due to its flexibility of access and learning modes, blended learning is becoming more and more attractive for adult learners, especially for those who have to combine their studies with work, family and social responsibilities.

Publication year:2016

Keywords:Adult learning, blended learning, social capital, social connectedness, social participation, blended learning; e-learning, Self-Assessment, quality improvement