Blended learning approach in teacher education: combining face-to-face instruction, multimedia viewing and online discussion

Introduction The National Institute of Education is the sole teacher training institute in Singapore and attempts to prepare trainee teachers to be well-informed, competent and thinking professionals. Curricula are designed to provide understanding of key concepts and principles of teaching and learning in order to implement instructional processes in the classroom. Some modules are being delivered by information and communication technologies (ICT), as appropriate use of technologies can make learning more interesting and enriching for students.