students did not complete, while in class XI Ak 2,
the failure reached 40%.
The success of the teaching and learning process
is influenced by various factors such as teachers,
methods, models, facilities, motivation, and student
learning independence (Marini, et al: 2017).
Learning independence as one of the processes of
learning that influences learning outcomes has
several characteristics, namely: being confident,
being able not to always depend on others, being
brave to make decisions, being able to solve or
overcome problems by yourself, acting creatively,
daring to try new things, able and brave in
expressing opinions (Haryati: 2015). Further
independece does not mean learning alone without
the help of others, but on its own initiative either
with or without the help of others (Yamin, in
Ismaniati: 2015)
The good combination from various ICT
advances and the advantages of face-to-face learning
will provide new synergies for the learning process.
One learning model that can combine strategies to
deliver learning using face-to-face (offline) and
computer-based learning (online), through the
internet and mobile learning is blended learning
model (Kuntarto, Eko, et al: 2016).
Blended learning can be defined as a teaching
and learning approach that integrates Web-based
teaching, learning modes and face-to-face
interaction (Ma’arop and Embi: 2016) (Simarmata et
al., 2018). In addition to the understanding of
blended learning is a learning model that integrates
innovation and technological progress through
online learning systems with the interaction and
participation of traditional learning models
(Kholifah and Buditjahjanto: 2016).
So, based on these various opinions, it can be
concluded that the blended learning model is a
learning that combines wisely, relevant and precisely
between the potential of face to face with
information and communication technology that is
growing rapidly today.
Blended learning provides opportunities for
students to develop their learning independence
through the use of various sources of information
available to be accessed online, in addition to make
it easier for teachers to communicate with students
and monitor student learning outside of learning
hours.
In addition, the habituation of using blended
learning is also needed, due to reduce or prevent
students from using computers and cell phones for
negative things, such as playing games, social
media, and watching videos excessively (Wicaksono
and Rachmadyanti 2017).
Learning application that can be used as one of
the online learning media is the google classroom
application. The advantage of this application is that
it can be accessed free of charge and can be used on
any device such as on a computer, smartphone and
can also be used collaboratively in groups while it is
easy to use by both teachers and students (Alim:
2015).
The purpose of this study were: 1) to determine
the effect of Blended Learning Model based on
Google Classroom Application on accounting
learning independence for XI grade accounting
students, 2) to determine the effect of blended
learning model on accounting learning outcomes of
XI grade accounting students, 3) to determine the
effect of learning independence to accounting
learning outcomes for XI grade accounting students
2 THEORICAL FRAMEWORK
2.1 Blended Learning Models
Blended learning is a term derived from the English
language that consists of two syllables, namely
blended and learning (Husamah : 2014). Blended
means a mixture or a good combination. So
Blended learning could be defined as a teaching and
learning approach that integrates Web-based
teaching and learning mode and face-to-face
interaction (Ma’arop and Embi : 2016) juga Blended
learning is the most logical and natural evolution of
our learning evolution of our learning agenda. It
suggest an elegant solution to the challenges of
tailoring learning and development to the needs of
individuals (Throne dalam Rizkiyah : 2015).
In addition, blended learning is a model that
offers flexibility in terms of time, place and
variations in learning methods that are more than
online or face to face methods (Sari : 2013). It is
also a mixture of multimedia technology, CD ROM,
video streaming, virtual classes, e-mail, online text
animation combined with traditional forms of
training in the classroom (Rizkiyah : 2015).
So based on these various opinions it can be
concluded that the blended learning model is
learning that combines wisely, relevantly and
precisely between potential face to face with
information and communication technology such as
mobile learning and e learning to create innovation,
flexibility and also efficiency in learning.
The blended learning model itself has the goal of
helping students to develop better in the learning
process, providing practical and realistic
opportunities for instructors and students for
independent learning, increasing flexible scheduling
for students by combining the best aspects of face-
to-face and learning online (Husamah: 2014).