Improving Creative Problem-Solving Abilities of English Students through HyFlex Learning Management and Project-Based Learning

Abstract

Creative problem-solving ability is one of the important skills that need to be developed within learners through appropriate and supportive learning experiences. This research aims to 1) assess the students’ creative problem-solving abilities after engaging in HyFlex learning combined with project-based learning; 2) evaluate the students’ innovations after engaging in HyFlex learning combined with project-based learning; and 3) study students’ opinions regarding HyFlex learning combined with project-based learning. The sample group employed cluster random sampling consisting of 30 second-year English major students. The research tools included an assessment of creative problem-solving abilities, an assessment of innovation, and a questionnaire about students’ opinions regarding HyFlex learning combined with project-based learning. Statistical analysis involved means and standard deviations. The research findings were as follows: 1) Students have the highest level of creative problem-solving abilities; 2) Innovations created by students have the highest average score; 3) Students’ opinions toward HyFlex learning combined with project-based learning are at the highest level.