Abstract

Conclusion.  The blended learning model effectively improved the participants’ digital literacy skills. These results contribute to the growing evidence supporting the efficacy of blended learning in developing key digital skills.

Keywords: blended learning, digital literacy, higher education, Morocco, Pacte ESRI-2030

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