A navigating the challenges of instructor-student communication in blended learning: a guide to the best strategies

Abstract

The aim of this study was to identify the most effective strategies for building communication between teachers and students in a blended learning environment, using foreign language teaching as an example. To achieve this goal, interviews with teachers were used, followed by data collection on their communication strategies and their understanding of the effectiveness of these strategies. The successful establishment of full mutual understanding in blended learning requires close attention to the factors such as instructor and social environment presence, clear communication guidelines, effective feedback and cultural understanding. The findings of this study can serve as a guideline for the best strategies for effective instructor-student communication in blended learning and for addressing the challenges of building rapport with students in this context. The significance of this study is that it can inform pedagogical practice in foreign language teaching.