The Development of the Authentic Assessments Manual in Blended Learning

Background and Aim: The objectives of this research were as follows: 1) to develop the Authentic Assessments manual in Blended Learning and 2) to publish the Authentic Assessments manual in Blended Learning. Materials and Methods: The sample group used 5 experts in a group discussion for measuring the quality of the manual, and 100 participants for publishing the manual. Research instruments were the manual of Authentic Assessments in Blended Learning, a questionnaire, and a group discussion recording form. Statistical measures used for data analysis include Mean, Standard deviation, and content analysis. Results: The results of research found that 1) the Authentic Assessments manual in Blended Learning had 4 parts: introduction, Authentic Assessments in Blended Learning, constructing Authentic Assessments in Blended Learning, and a sample of Authentic Assessments in Blended Learning. And 2) the results of manual publishing found that participants' opinions on the manual, overall, it was at a high level in all 4 aspects: content, usability, format, and language. Conclusion: The Authentic Assessments manual in Blended Learning represents a significant advancement in educational assessment practices. It supports educators in creating meaningful, effective assessments that not only evaluate student performance but also contribute to holistic and impactful learning experiences. By promoting assessment strategies that align with real-world competencies and learner-centered approaches, this manual has the potential to transform instructional practices and elevate the quality of education in blended learning environments.