Integrating Blended Learning in Teacher Training: A Comprehensive Review

Abstract

This article provides a holistic overview comprising an analysis of blended learning`s role in teacher training, as its growing significance and influence have become increasingly diverse in vocational education. Therefore, to emphasize the importance of blended learning in the field of teacher training, this paper summarizes key findings from the most cited ten articles over the last two decades, which touch upon the various methods used and the main outcomes enhanced through the blended learning approach. With a combination of integrated traditional classroom settings and digital platforms, this study demonstrates that blended learning also contributes to the adaptation of teachers’ methods of training. The review highlights important trends, showcasing developed digital competencies and increased collaboration between teachers and teacher training institutions. Both pre-service and in-service training programs benefit from this integration. This synthetic study, which combines a review of current trends in blended learning with ongoing updates in the field under scrutiny, has become a key source of contemporary information. It not only aids researchers but also provides a platform for further development of ideas in vocational education.