Blending Android Programming Learning Assistance System into Online Android Programming Course

Effective learning method is essential for the attainment of the learning objectives. In pandemic situation when courses are conducted online, creativity and innovation in designing learning methods become more imperative. Learning Android programming via online course is much harder for students and teachers. Without a real face-to-face meeting, their interactions become limited and this condition produces several prominent issues. This paper presents the implementation of Android Programming Learning Assistance System (APLAS) as a self-learning tool to address the issues in online Android programming course. APLAS is blended into the course that used two tools, Learning Management System (LMS) and online meeting tool. Findings reveal that the blending of APLAS into an online course of Android programming is effective to improve students' achievement and makes it easier for them to learn Android programming. Students also show high enthusiasm and attractiveness to the course. Preference for being collectivist learners was also evident.