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Hybrid and Collaborative Networks Approach: Online Learning Integrated Project and Kolb Learning Style in Mechanical Engineering Courses

International Journal of Online and Biomedical Engineering
Journal · Vol. 18 · Issue 15 · pp. 4-16
Abstract

Engineering education is very important to prepare quality graduates because technology is developing so rapidly that employers need a competent workforce. This study aims to explain the online learning integrated project and Kolb learning style in mechanical engineering courses to enhance students’ academic achievement which is implemented through a hybrid and collaborative networks approach. The research method used is a quantitative approach with the posttest control group design method. We carry out learning activities using Project and Kolb Learning on higher education students from Mechanical Engineering Education who take part in learning this project. Students who participate are limited to small groups, which are divided according to their learning styles groups, and the implementation is carried out in a hybrid and collaborative through e-learning and face-to-face. Collecting data using Kolb Learning Styles Inventory, and achievement test. While the data analysis used descriptive analysis and one-way Anova with the help of SPSS software. The results of this study indicate that there is a difference in the average academic achievement of students based on the four learning style groups, and the thinker learning style group has the highest average academic achievement among the four. The selection of appropriate learning styles and learning models has an impact on optimal and effective academic achievement. © 2022,International journal of online and biomedical engineering. All Rights Reserved.

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Mechanical engineering Project Hybrid and collaborative networks Kolb learning style

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Author Affiliations
Universitas Negeri Padang, Padang, West Sumatra, Indonesia
Funding & Acknowledgements
Universitas Negeri Padang, UNP
Grant: 1019/UN35.13/ LT/2021
Thank you to all who have facilitated and contributed to conducting research, the lecturers, and staff at the Faculty and Department, the experts who contributed in providing advice during the implementation of the research. This research activity was also assisted by various other teams to provide comments and information about the teaching and learning in engineering education. Furthermore, thanks to the staff and operators who facilitated the work. The researcher expresses his deepest appreciation and gratitude to the Universitas Negeri Padang research and community service institution which has funded this research with research contract number: 1019/UN35.13/ LT/2021.
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