The feasibility of teaching and assessing a vocational programme using blended learning in Further Education

The research was designed to establish the feasibility of students meeting the assessment criteria in a vocational programme using blended learning, Further Education (FE). The research took place in a teaching department of hospitality at an FE college in Wales. 

This research aimed to assess the viability of vocational students preparing for the assessment using technology platforms and then bringing this knowledge into practical sessions to meet the assessment criteria in line with the move away from face-to-face teaching for all aspects of vocational education. 

This paper discusses the theoretical framework that was designed for the study. The new teaching and assessment methods have been developed and implemented as part of this project to ensure assessment meets the needs of students, awarding bodies and employers.