scholarly journals Uczestniczki i uczestnicy procesu kształcenia wobec wyzwań kształcenia zdalnego

2021 ◽  
Vol 20 (2) ◽  
pp. 141-155
Author(s):  
Maria Porzucek-Miśkiewicz
Keyword(s):  
Distance Learning ◽  
Basic Research ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Online Questionnaire ◽  
Research Results ◽  
The University ◽  
Educational Studies ◽  
Adam Mickiewicz

The article presents the results of study on the challenges faced by distance learning. It was carried out by means of a proprietary online questionnaire among students of pedagogy of the Faculty of Educational Studies at the University of Adam Mickiewicz in Poznań. Conclusions drawn on the basic research results may be helpful in understanding the well-being of students during distance learning.

scholarly journals Population Stress Reactions in North-East Hungary during the Pandemic

2021 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
pp. 103
Author(s):  
Andrea Rucska ◽  
Csilla Lakatos
Keyword(s):  
Mental State ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Small Towns ◽  
Stress Reactions ◽  
Online Questionnaire ◽  
North East ◽  
Priority Task ◽  
Aggression Questionnaire ◽  
The University ◽  
Available Information

Emergency caused by the SARS-CoV-2 has provoked several difficulties in daily life. On the other hand, it provided an opportunity to produce new attitudes toward our life and community, but also forced us to face our vulnerabilities. Outbreak of the SARS-CoV-2 highlighted that despite our vulnerability, we can manage this crisis, by being able to influence our stress reaction as well as our fears and emotions about the pandemic. Faculty of Healthcare of the University of Miskolc is training such professionals, whose priority task is to preserve the mental health of individuals and communities, reduce stress reactions, increase the available information on the subject, and help the community to adapt adequately to unexpected difficulties, like a pandemic situation. In the present study, we examined the mental state of the population of Northeastern Hungary in the second wave to adapt the above-described education to the ongoing changes caused by the pandemic. During the research, we applied an online questionnaire, that included the Hungarian version of the 10-item Perceived Stress Scale-, the Adult Hope Scale-, the WHO Well-Being, and the Buss Perry aggression questionnaire. Most participants (n=528) live in small towns or villages and their average age is 39.4±13.1. The aggression level of responders did not reach the threshold, but the level of verbal aggression exceeded it. The participants were more stressed, but they thought they could handle their problems. Consequently, the pandemic harms the mental state and health of the population, therefore the presence of health professionals is needed.

scholarly journals Satisfaction of students with the organisation of distance learning at the university during the period of self-isolation

2021 ◽  
Vol 27 (2) ◽  
pp. 74-82
Author(s):  
Oksana Nikolaevna Vishnevskaya ◽  
Anna Valer'evna Voroncova ◽  
Dmitrij Borisovich Voroncov ◽  
Anna Gennad'evna Samohvalova ◽  
Elena Viktorovna Tikhomirova
Keyword(s):  
Distance Learning ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Learning System ◽  
State University ◽  
Distance Learning System ◽  
Training Courses ◽  
The University ◽  
New Situation ◽  
Students Satisfaction ◽  
Spearman’S Correlation

The article is devoted to the description of the results of a study of students' satisfaction with the organisation of distance learning at the university, the difficulties encountered in learning under new conditions of self-isolation, resources and ways to overcome them. The study involved 1288 students of Kostroma State University of all courses, forms of study and educational levels. For statistical data processing, the SPSS 17.0 package (Spearman's correlation analysis, content analysis of students' free statements) was used. It is shown that the transition to distance learning in conditions of self-isolation is very successful, most students have adapted to the new situation. The degree of students' satisfaction with work in the remote format correlates with the assessment of their own success and with the features of the organisation of the learning process. Lack of communication with teachers and difficulties in mastering educational material form a request among students to expand the range of communication tools and teaching tools used. It was found that students experience a number of organisational and personal difficulties associated with the transition to a distance learning format. However, most students successfully overcome them using constructive coping strategies aimed at solving the problem and seeking support. The ways of increasing the degree of students’ satisfaction with work in the distance learning system, aimed at increasing the level of their psychological well-being, are proposed – focusing on a dialogical approach, organising methodological support for training courses, updating the organisational functions of curator teachers, implementing teamwork of teachers to ensure interdisciplinarity and integrability of acquired knowledge and competences.

scholarly journals Distance Learning in Children with and without ADHD: A Case-control Study during the COVID-19 Pandemic

2021 ◽  
pp. 108705472110276
Author(s):  
Valeria Tessarollo ◽  
Francesca Scarpellini ◽  
Ilaria Costantino ◽  
Massimo Cartabia ◽  
Maria Paola Canevini ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Distance Learning ◽  
Case Control Study ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Behavioral Changes ◽  
Adhd Group ◽  
Online Questionnaire ◽  
Academic Difficulties ◽  
Online Distance Learning ◽  
Online Distance ◽  
Control Study

Objective: This research involved the parents of ADHD students to explore how their children coped with online distance learning during COVID-19 pandemic and what implications this schooling method had on their emotional and behavioral well-being. Method: Data were collected during lockdown using an online questionnaire addressed to 100 mothers and were compared with 184 matched controls from a national survey launched in the same period. Results: Attention span, spontaneous commitment, and autonomy in distance learning was found to be more limited in ADHD group. Compared to controls, 21.7% of ADHD students were not assessed and 40.9% did not receive grades. Behavioral changes were reported in both groups (64.2%), represented mainly by restlessness, aggressiveness, and anxiety. Conclusion: Distance education increases academic difficulties, especially in ADHD pupils. The effects of lockdown should be adequately evaluated upon school reopening and appropriate recovery interventions should be planned.

scholarly journals Views of University Students in Jordan towards Biobanking

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Faisal Khatib ◽  
Dayana Jibrin ◽  
Joud Al-Majali ◽  
Mira Elhussieni ◽  
Sharifeh Almasaid ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Biomedical Research ◽  
Ethics Committee ◽  
Willingness To Participate ◽  
Online Questionnaire ◽  
Research Results ◽  
Factors Associated ◽  
Factors Influencing ◽  
Majority Students ◽  
The University ◽  
Negative Connotation

Abstract BackgroundBiobanks are considered a primary mean of supporting contemporary research, in order to deliver personalized and precise diagnostics with public acceptance and participation as a corner stone for their success.AimsThis study aims to assess knowledge, perception, and attitudes towards biomedical research and biobanking among students at the University of Jordan.MethodologyAn online questionnaire was designed, developed, and piloted. It was divided into 5 sections that included questions related to issues of biomedical research and biobanking as well as factors influencing decision to participate.ResultsResponses from 435 students revealed that 52.9% previously heard of biobanks. There was overwhelming acceptance for participation in biomedical, genetic, and biobanking research. A blood sample was the most preferred for donation. Protection of privacy, a consent prior to donation, approval of an ethics committee, and trust towards researchers were the most important factors associated with willingness to participate. On the other hand, vagueness of the type of research performed on samples and not receiving research results had a negative connotation. There was no clear agreement on the type of consent preferred by students, but to be contacted and informed of research results was preferred by the majority. Students also preferred disposal of samples and information when deciding to withdraw from participation.ConclusionThere is strong enthusiasm among students to participate in biomedical research and biobanking with all rights reserved thus providing hope for a very promising future in Jordan.

scholarly journals Views of university students in Jordan towards Biobanking

2021 ◽  
Vol 22 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Faisal Khatib ◽  
Dayana Jibrin ◽  
Joud Al-Majali ◽  
Mira Elhussieni ◽  
Sharifeh Almasaid ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Informed Consent ◽  
Biomedical Research ◽  
Willingness To Participate ◽  
Online Questionnaire ◽  
Research Results ◽  
Factors Associated ◽  
Majority Students ◽  
Primary Means ◽  
The University ◽  
Negative Connotation

Abstract Background Biobanks are considered primary means+ of supporting contemporary research, in order to deliver personalized and precise diagnostics with public acceptance and participation as a cornerstone for their success. Aims This study aims to assess knowledge, perception, and attitudes towards biomedical research and biobanking among students at the University of Jordan. Methodology An online questionnaire was designed, developed, and piloted. It was divided into 5 sections that included questions related to issues of biomedical research and biobanking as well as factors influencing the decision to participate. Results Responses from 435 students revealed that 52.9% previously heard of biobanks. There was an overwhelming acceptance for participation in biomedical, genetic, and biobanking research. A blood sample was the most preferred for donation. Protection of privacy, informed consent prior to donation, approval of an ethics committee, and trust towards researchers were the most important factors associated with willingness to participate. On the other hand, the vagueness of the type of research performed on the biospecimens and the unavailability of general research results to the donor had a negative connotation. There was no clear agreement on the type of informed consent preferred by students, but to be contacted and informed of research results was preferred by the majority. Students also preferred the disposal of biospecimens and information when deciding to withdraw from participation. Conclusion There is strong enthusiasm among students to participate in biomedical research and biobanking with all rights reserved thus providing hope for a very promising future in Jordan.

scholarly journals Mindful Leadership in the University

2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
John Paul Minda
Keyword(s):  
Professional Education ◽  
Policy Research ◽  
Basic Research ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Faculty Members ◽  
Leadership Role ◽  
Mindfulness Practice ◽  
Funding Agencies ◽  
The Us ◽  
The University

Academia, like many other sectors, is a complex work environment. Although universities vary in terms of their size and objectives, the average university in Canada and the US must simultaneously serve the interests of undergraduate education, graduate education, professional education, basic research, applied research, public policy research, and basic scholarship. A university receives its operating funds from tuition payments, governments, research funding agencies, and from private donors. Faculty are at the center of this diverse institution, providing the engine of teaching, research, and service. As a result, faculty members may find themselves occasionally struggling to manage these different interests. This article looks at the challenges that faculty members face, paying particular attention to the leadership role that many faculty play. I then explore the possible ways in which mindfulness practice can have a benefit on faculty well-being and productivity.

scholarly journals The Impact of COVID-19 Pandemic on Student’s E-Learning Experience in Jordan

2021 ◽  
Vol 16 (5) ◽  
pp. 1404-1414
Author(s):  
Anas Ratib Alsoud ◽  
Ahmad Ali Harasis
Keyword(s):  
Distance Learning ◽  
Learning Experience ◽  
Descriptive Analysis ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Online Questionnaire ◽  
The World ◽  
Contingency Plans ◽  
E Learning ◽  
The Impact

Since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic Universities around the world are taking rapid actions to ensure students learning continuity and secure the well-being of their students. This study aims at exploring the student’s e-learning experience in Jordanian Universities as well as e-learning readiness during the pandemic. While each university is unique, we hope our assessment can provide some insights into how well the student’s e-learning experience was during the pandemic. A structural online questionnaire was distributed, followed by descriptive analysis. Students from remote and disadvantaged areas primarily faced enormous challenges such as technological accessibility, poor internet connectivity, and harsh study environments. This study also highlights the role of electronic commerce in transforming distance learning. Further investments and contingency plans are needed to develop a resilient education system that supports electronic and distance learning throughout Jordan.

scholarly journals What about the Consequences of the Use of Distance Learning during the COVID-19 Pandemic? A Survey on the Psychological Effects in Both Children and Parents

2021 ◽  
Vol 18 (23) ◽  
pp. 12641
Author(s):  
Maria Grazia Maggio ◽  
Maria Chiara Stagnitti ◽  
Patrizia Calatozzo ◽  
Antonino Cannavò ◽  
Daniele Bruschetta ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Distance Learning ◽  
Teaching Method ◽  
Negative Impact ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Emotional Impact ◽  
Depression And Anxiety ◽  
Online Questionnaire ◽  
Human Contact ◽  
Parents And Children ◽  
Children And Parents

Background: The COVID-19 pandemic implicated many social restrictions, including the use of distance learning (DL). Indeed, parents were obligated to support their children in online lessons and schoolwork. The aim of this study was to investigate the psycho-emotional impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on parents and children submitted to DL. Methods: One hundred and ninety-two participants (96 parents and 96 children) were enrolled in this study. Parents and children completed an online questionnaire, structured in four sections. Results: The results showed that parents had higher levels of stress and anxiety. In particular, the stress for DL was positively correlated with depression and anxiety. Parents’ jobs were negatively correlated with their levels of anxiety and stress. On the other hand, children reported higher levels of depressive symptoms and event-related anxiety, which increased as children got older. The stress and the anxiety in parents were positively correlated with the mood depression and anxiety of their children. Conclusions: The COVID-19 pandemic had a negative impact on the psychological well-being of children and parents who used DL. Although DL could be an alternative teaching method during pandemics, face-to-face teaching is fundamental and irreplaceable as it encourages dialogue, involvement, and human contact.

scholarly journals “Stay home, be safe, and be kind”: University of Auckland’s Italian course goes online in a week

2021 ◽  
pp. 371-383
Author(s):  
Barbara Martelli
Keyword(s):  
Distance Learning ◽  
New Zealand ◽  
Online Courses ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Mutual Respect ◽  
Online Delivery ◽  
Precious Resource ◽  
Uncertain Future ◽  
The University ◽  
The Impact

On March 23rd, at the University of Auckland (New Zealand), all lectures were suspended for a week. During this time, both students and staff made a considerable effort to prepare the online delivery of courses. In this chapter we discuss the impact of COVID-19 on the Italian beginners courses offered in Semester 1. With no certainty of when the campus would reopen, and with the well-being of students always considered as a priority, the courses were quickly adapted for distance learning. This change involved multiple aspects and the experience gained, denoted by urgency and flexibility, proving to be a precious resource to face the second semester and, above all, a less predictable and more frightening future; in which not only safety and adaptability, but kindness and mutual respect, should also be the keywords. Designing blended, easily migratable online courses that make use of both technology and up-to-date approaches to language teaching has emerged as a viable strategy for an uncertain future.

scholarly journals Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic and Psychosocial Coping Strategies in Health Sciences Students at the University of Seville: A Pilot Study

Healthcare ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 9 (12) ◽  
pp. 1661
Author(s):  
Rocío de-Diego-Cordero ◽  
Cristina Martínez-del-Carmen ◽  
Patricia Bonilla Sierra ◽  
Ana-Magdalena Vargas-Martínez
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Pilot Study ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Health Sciences ◽  
Online Questionnaire ◽  
Future Health ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Health Sciences Students ◽  
The University ◽  
The Impact

The new infection by coronavirus has supposed a challenge to all health systems worldwide, affecting our psychosocial health. Education as we knew it has changed, which is why university students, attending Health Sciences courses in this case, have been affected by the pandemic. This study aimed to analyze the impact of the preventative measures and restrictions associated with COVID-19 on multiple mental health and psychological well-being indicators in Health Sciences students at the University of Seville. A descriptive and cross-sectional pilot study in the University of Seville by means of an online questionnaire elaborated was conducted. Of the final sample (n = 68), more than 60% of the students acknowledged having received specific training by their university and/or health institution where they perform practices on COVID-19 measures; however, they negatively emphasized not having received psychosocial aid or support in most of the cases (94.12%). As the health situation imposed by COVID-19 is considered long-lasting, the proposal is to plan short- and long-term strategies for promotion and intervention in the mental health of students and future health care workers.

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