Satisfaction of UST-CRS Students with the Quality of Blended Teaching and Learning in the Interprofessional Education Course for Academic Year 2025-2026: A Cross-Sectional Study Protocol

Background: Blended teaching and learning (BTL) integrates face-to-face and online learning environments to enhance flexibility and engagement for students and teachers. In recent years, BTL has been progressively adopted globally, with the Philippines aligning its implementation with the Commission on Higher Education guidelines. However, data regarding its utilization and effectiveness in the Philippine context, especially in health-allied education, remains limited. This study will provide valuable insights and aid future curriculum development and the improvement of BTL practices. Objectives: This study will evaluate the quality of BTL implementation in the Interprofessional Education course (IPE) at the University of Santo Tomas College of Rehabilitation Sciences (UST-CRS) during Academic Year 2025-2026 by assessing student satisfaction. Methods: The study will utilize an observational cross-sectional design to assess the satisfaction of third-year UST-CRS students enrolled in the IPE course during Academic Year 2025-2026. Total enumeration sampling will be used, with data being collected using the Blended Learning Delivery Assessment Tool (BLDAT). The recruitment and data gathering processes will be conducted online, with measures in place to ensure data privacy. Data gathered will be analyzed using descriptive statistics to examine satisfaction levels across the five dimensions of BTL as mentioned in the BLDAT. Expected Results: This study will yield results regarding satisfaction with BTL implementation in the IPE course during Academic Year 2025-2026 among third-year UST-CRS students gathered using the BLDAT.