Effectiveness of Hybrid Education Compared to Face-to-Face and Online Learning

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https://doi.org/10.70577/asce.v5i1.713

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Hybrid education, academic performance, psychological well-being, student satisfaction, higher education.

Abstract

Higher education faces significant challenges in adapting to changing contexts, where technological advances, social transformations, and new professional training demands converge. This study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of hybrid education compared to face-to-face and fully online modalities, considering academic performance, psychological well-being, and student satisfaction. The population comprised 350 undergraduate students from the Escuela Superior Politécnica de Chimborazo, selected through stratified sampling to represent diverse fields of study, socioeconomic levels, and technological access. Data collection included validated questionnaires to measure satisfaction and well-being, as well as analysis of official grades.

Results showed that students in the hybrid modality achieved grade averages higher than those in the online group and close to those in the face-to-face group, while grade variability was higher in the online modality, reflecting differences related to autonomy and access to digital resources. In terms of psychological well-being, online students reported higher levels of stress and anxiety, whereas hybrid students exhibited intermediate indicators similar to face-to-face students; no significant differences in self-esteem were observed among the groups. Student satisfaction was higher in hybrid and face-to-face students, with interaction with instructors and peers identified as a key factor, whereas online students reported limitations in feedback and network-building opportunities.

These findings indicate that hybrid education represents an effective intermediate model, combining the flexibility of online learning with the benefits of face-to-face instruction. Academic performance and satisfaction of hybrid students approximate those observed in the face-to-face modality, while psychological well-being indicators surpass those of the online group. This research provides empirical evidence to guide pedagogical planning, support educational policy development, and enhance innovation in teaching and learning contexts, contributing to more inclusive, effective, and sustainable educational environments.

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Published

2026-03-13

How to Cite

Zumba Novay, E. G., Quinchuela Llamuca, V. S., Huaraca Morocho, B. C., & Huaraca Morocho, E. F. (2026). Effectiveness of Hybrid Education Compared to Face-to-Face and Online Learning. ANNALS SCIENTIFIC EVOLUTION, 5(1), 2542–2561. https://doi.org/10.70577/asce.v5i1.713

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