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It is necessary to ensure that the combination of blended learning forms is suitable for the type of learning style. Experiments conducted with a 3 × 4 design, online-face-to-face composition (25–75, 50–50, 75–25) implemented into four groups of learning style types (Diverger, Assimilator, Converger, Accommodator). We took a total of seven participants randomly and placed them in each group. The data collected was analyzed by 2-Way Anova, Sig .05. Both the variety of compositions and the types of learning styles differed significantly in their competence. Based on the test of the average difference in the type of learning style group, some are not considerably different, but providing essential instructions to be considered in choosing the form of blended learning in the student group based on the type of learning style.
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Tambunan, H., Silitonga, M. & Sidabutar, U.B. Online and face-to-face composition in forming the professional competencies of technical teacher candidates with various learning style types. Educ Inf Technol 26, 2017–2031 (2021). https://doi.org/10.1007/s10639-020-10349-3
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