ABSTRACT
This research is a preliminary study that is used as a guide to develop a blended learning model based on the clustering technique in Universitas Negeri Padang. This research was conducted through a literature study. Students’ and lecturers’ expectations regarding the implementation of learning the history of Indonesian art during COVID-19 pandemic is studied. Based on literature study, three dominant factors need to be considered in designing the clustering technique-based blended learning, namely: (1) connectivism learning, (2) the ability to read quickly, and (3) self-efficacy. The results of the needs analysis and feasibility study show that the facilities and infrastructure needed are adequate to conduct the model. Reading ability is still at a moderate level, and self-efficacy is lacking. It is necessary to develop blended learning based on compounded discovery or clustering techniques. From these findings, at least it can be concluded that it is true that a blended learning model based on clustering techniques is needed. This consideration is based on the department's need to produce graduates who are ready to become art teachers, art critics, or fine arts entrepreneurs who master the history of the development of fine arts in the archipelago, while online or face-to-face learning alone is considered insufficient to equip students’ knowledge and skills. It involves a combination of online and face-to-face methods in a structured manner so that maximum learning outcomes are achieved.
