Challenges of Distance Learning Adoption by Students During the COVID-19 Pandemic

2022 ◽  
pp. 22-48
Author(s):  
Fatma Bouaziz
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Qualitative Research ◽  
Distance Learning ◽  
Education Students ◽  
Technological Infrastructure ◽  
Education Process ◽  
Analyze Data

This research examines the challenges encountered by Tunisian higher education students during the sudden shift to distance learning amid the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic in 2020. A qualitative research is conducted to collect and analyze data. The findings highlight that a majority of the interviewed students have reservations about distance learning. Lack of internet facilities, inaccessibility of technological infrastructure, costs, lack of interaction with instructors, of motivation, as well as of understanding were among the major reported challenges. Moreover, results have shown that shifting to distance learning under the COVID-19 pandemic is perceived to be incongruent with the values of equity, equality of chances, and gratuity of education. These values are defended by all stakeholders in the education process. Due to above-mentioned challenges and solidarity values between students, distance learning was negatively perceived. These findings improve understanding regarding the challenges of distance learning particularly under crisis.

scholarly journals The Development of Motivation of Linguistic and Professional Training of Higher Education Students in the Conditions of Distance Learning

2020 ◽  
pp. 31-40
Author(s):  
Ellina Panasenko ◽  
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Anhelina Vnukova ◽  
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Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Distance Learning ◽  
Professional Training ◽  
Learning Technologies ◽  
Special Importance ◽  
Education Students ◽  
Motivation For Learning ◽  
Internet Environment ◽  
Technological Effectiveness ◽  
Distance Learning Technologies

The article investigates the problem of developing motivation for learning of higher education students in the process of linguistic and professional training in the conditions of distance learning. Motivation for learning is interpreted as a system of external and internal motives for learning, the hierarchy and interaction of which is formed under the influence of pedagogical conditions, has a multilevel structure, the formation levels of which can be assessed by a certain criteria and indicators. The specific factors of motivation for learning are characterized, the reasons for the motivation decrease of students of non-language specialities when studying a foreign language are regarded. The necessity of realizing the principles of subjectivity, professionally-oriented technological effectiveness, interactivity, independence (autonomy), communicativeness, consciousness, accessibility, and stages in the linguistic and professional development of students in the conditions of distance learning is proved. The active introduction of distance learning technologies to the education system of Ukraine is emphasized. The distance learning is interpreted as a system of professionally oriented training of students constructed in a certain way in the Internet environment. The effectiveness of distance learning and the specifics of designing individual educational routes of higher education students are substantiated. The main tasks and imperatives of linguistic and professional training of future specialists are determined. The special importance of improving the goals, content, forms and methods of teaching in order to increase motivation for learning of students is emphasized.

scholarly journals Opinions of disabled university students on the distance education process

2021 ◽  
Vol 13 (4) ◽  
pp. 1124-1136
Author(s):  
Assel Stambekova ◽  
Mariya Shmidt ◽  
Galiya Kydyrbaeva ◽  
Galiya Kydyrbaeva ◽  
Gulnur Yerzhanova ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Distance Education ◽  
University Students ◽  
Students With Disabilities ◽  
Peer Relations ◽  
Structured Interview ◽  
Technological Infrastructure ◽  
Orthopedic Disabilities ◽  
The Disabled ◽  
Education Process

The purpose of this research is to evaluate the views of university students with disabilities, regarding the distance education process. The data collection tool of this qualitative research carried out in a phenomenological design is a semi-structured interview form developed by the researcher, which aims to get the opinions of the disabled students studying at the university on the distance education process. The study group of the research consists of 30 students with visual, hearing and orthopedic disabilities who are studying at various universities in the cities of Almaty, Nur-Sultan, Aktobe and Karaganda in Kazakhstan, and have agreed to participate in the research voluntarily. As a result of the research, it was revealed that university students with disabilities found distance education inadequate in terms of teacher-learner, learner-learner, learner-content and learner-technology relations in line with the answers they gave in the semi-structured interview form. Improving teacher and peer relations in the distance education process of disabled university students, reorganizing the educational content and creating the technological infrastructure suitable for their needs are among the important tasks of the education approach of contemporary higher education. Keywords: Distance education, hearing impaired students, higher education. orthopedically impaired students, visually impaired students

scholarly journals Іntroduction of quest-technologies of training in the process of training future specialists in Dnipropetrovsk state university of internal affairs

2021 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 28-33
Author(s):  
Yuliia Khrystova
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Distance Learning ◽  
Police Officers ◽  
Creative Thinking ◽  
Computer Game ◽  
Educational Process ◽  
State University ◽  
Education Students ◽  
Positive Assessment ◽  
Internal Affairs

The article examines the experience of implementing quest technologies in the process of training future professionals at the Dnipropetrovsk State University of Internal Affairs. According to the results of the analysis of scientific and reference literature to define the concept and essence of the game, it is stated that scientists recognize its high effectiveness for adult learning compared to traditional pedagogical methods, emphasizing its significant advantages. It is emphasized that answering the questions and completing the tasks of the quest as part of the team, the cadets not only learn but also teach each other, exchange experience and knowledge, acquire "soft skills". It is stated that web-quests can be effectively used in extracurricular work of higher education students in order to increase the productivity of their independent work, the development of logical and creative thinking, stimulating cognitive motivation during distance learning. It is emphasized that in the conditions of distance learning quests in the form of a professional computer game deserve special attention, the software of which will provide an opportunity to assess the correctness of the decisions of each of its participants during the tasks. It is emphasized that the use of the educational-interactive complex "Line-102" creates unique conditions for the development of creative potential of cadets and at the applied level onnects the educational process with the practical component of the future profession. It is emphasized that conducting practical classes in the form of a quest using the opportunities of training grounds of the university gives higher education students the opportunity to approach the realities of practice, demonstrate the level of theoretical material, identify shortcomings in the organization and conduct of activities, including in compiling operational and service and procedural documents. Emphasis is placed on the peculiarities of the methodology of conducting and evaluating practical classes in the form of a quest in the process of training future police officers at each stage, as well as semester exams, defense practice (internship), state certifications. Emphasis was placed on the positive assessment of practitioners of the National Police involved in their implementation at the Dnipropetrovsk State University of Internal Affairs. In ddition, their effectiveness and expediency of further use by higher education institutions with specific training conditions that train police officers are substantiated.

scholarly journals Preferences of Students towards Conducting Qualitative Research in Social Sciences at Higher Education Level

2017 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 56-64
Author(s):  
Atif Khalil ◽  
Muhammed Saeed ◽  
Kanwal Tauheed
Keyword(s):  
Social Sciences ◽  
Higher Education ◽  
Qualitative Research ◽  
Thematic Analysis ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Structured Interview ◽  
Education Students ◽  
Interview Protocol ◽  
Knowledge And Skills ◽  
Field Notes

The study aimed to explore the intentions of higher education students towards conducting qualitative research in social sciences. The study included four PhD and six MPhil students from Punjab Univeristy (Institute of Education and Research) and Eduacation University who were selected through purposive sampling technique. A semi-structured interview protocol was constructed which was validated through experts’ opinion. The respondents were asked about their feelings, knowledge, skills, interests and barriers towards qualitative research. A thematic analysis was applied after obtaining the data through audio recording and field notes. The results revealed that most of the PhD scholars did not possess knowledge and skills required to conduct qualitative research. There was no visible difference between the responses of IER (PU) and EU students. But PhD and MPhil Students had different preferences towards conducting qualitative research.

scholarly journals ATTITUDES OF HIGHER EDUCATION STUDENTS TOWARDS DISTANCE-DIRECTED LEARNING AMID (COVID-19) PANDEMIC

2021 ◽  
Vol 03 (06) ◽  
pp. 80-94
Author(s):  
Khalfan Bin Salim Bin Abdullah AL-KAHALI ◽  
Mohammed Bin Salim Bin Rashid AL-SAEEDI
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Distance Learning ◽  
University Students ◽  
Three Dimensions ◽  
Education Students ◽  
School Year ◽  
Directed Learning ◽  
Positive Feelings ◽  
Students Attitudes ◽  
Psychological Educational

The study aims to reveal the attitudes of Sohar University students toward distance-learning on the spread pandemic (Covid-19). It also identifies the differences in the attitudes of Sohar University students towards distance-learning according to the gender variable, network type, and network strength. The study consists of (200) participants; (100) males and (100) females. A questionnaire was applied on the attitudes of Sohar University students towards distance-learning which included (40) items, distributed in three dimensions: The first dimension is about the methods of teaching in distance-learning, and the second one deals with the process of interaction and communication in distance-learning, while the third one pertains to the process of evaluation used in distance-learning. The results of the study indicated that the attitudes of the participants were moderate towards distance-learning on the spread Corona pandemic (Covid-19). In addition, the existence of statistically significant differences between the level of higher education students ’attitudes towards distance-oriented learning on the spread Corona pandemic (Covid-19) according to the gender variable in all axes in favor of males, the type and strength of the network. Also, the lack of statistically significant differences between the level of higher education students’ attitudes towards learning Remotely during Corona pandemic based on the GPA variable in all axes, and the school year. The study recommended the necessity of providing individual students with social, psychological, educational and technological skills that enhance positive feelings towards remote learning, and achieving their technological, social and psychological presence and interaction on the spread Corona pandemic (Covid-19) using modern electronic technologies.

scholarly journals PERAN E-LEARNING TERHADAP PEMBELAJARAN JARAK JAUH MATA KULIAH WAWASAN PENDIDIKAN KARAKTER

2021 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
pp. 38-47
Author(s):  
Mutik Nur Fadhilah
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Qualitative Research ◽  
Distance Learning ◽  
Character Education ◽  
Learning Process ◽  
Digital Technology ◽  
Research Method ◽  
Teaching Material ◽  
E Learning

Changes in the pattern of the learning process that we are experiencing today are a side effect of the pandemic. This pandemic has turned the learning process online. The learning process in higher education is also carried out through e-learning to facilitate the distance learning process in character education insight courses. The aim is to determine the planning, implementation, and role of e-learning in distance learning in character education insight courses. The research method used is qualitative research. This type of research uses descriptive methods to describe events that actually occur in the field. The source of this research was the fifth semester PGMI students at Staipana Bangil, especially in the character education insight course. Data collection techniques through observation, interviews, documentation and document tracing. Data analysis is obtained from all data in the field, presenting data and reducing data, verifying data, and finally drawing conclusions. So that the research results consist of: 1) planning can be seen from the RPS and RPKM as well as e-learning applications used in the learning process; 2) its implementation through interactive, independent e-learning, accessibility and enrichment in increasing character values; 3) its role is as an internet-based teaching material, a learning medium for the inculcation of character values, a paradigm changer in a more contemporary and flexible learning process, increasing the ability to use digital technology for lecturers and students.

scholarly journals Practitioners’ Opinions on Student Assessment Process in Distance Education in the Context of Educational Technologies

2021 ◽  
Vol 9 (2) ◽  
pp. 12-17
Author(s):  
Tayfun Yörük
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Qualitative Research ◽  
Distance Education ◽  
Evaluation System ◽  
Student Assessment ◽  
Structured Interview ◽  
Assessment Process ◽  
Educational Technologies ◽  
Technological Infrastructure ◽  
Measurement And Evaluation

The aim of this study is to reveal the views of the practitioners regarding the measurement and evaluation sub-system of distance education applications in higher education. 11 faculty members working at Akdeniz University, determined with an easily accessible sampling of purposeful sampling methods, participated in this study in which qualitative research method was used. The research is in case study design, one of the qualitative research designs. Therefore, to collect data, a semi-structured interview form was prepared and an interview technique was used in the study. The data were analyzed by the content analysis technique. All the data obtained in the study were coded. Various themes and sub-themes suitable for these themes were determined by the purpose of the research, percentages and frequencies related to the sub-themes were calculated. When the findings are evaluated in the context of education management and the use of educational technologies, it was observed that the problems encountered in measurement and evaluation system in distance education in higher education are the lack of technological infrastructure, the safety of exams, failure to provide equal opportunities. As a result, opinions about an effective measurement and evaluation system have been put forward by the practitioners.

scholarly journals Distance Learning Perceptions from Higher Education Students—The Case of Portugal

2020 ◽  
Vol 10 (12) ◽  
pp. 374
Author(s):  
Sónia P. Gonçalves ◽  
Maria José Sousa ◽  
Fernanda Santos Pereira
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Distance Learning ◽  
Online Education ◽  
Education Students ◽  
Postgraduate Students ◽  
Face To Face ◽  
Wide Range ◽  
Portuguese Higher Education ◽  
The Relationship ◽  
Academic Year

This research study examines the attitudes of Portuguese higher education students regarding compulsory digital and distance learning university courses during the second semester of the academic year 2019–2020 during the COVID-19 pandemic. The methodology was quantitative, being the undergraduate and postgraduate students surveyed to find their perceptions about distance and online education in Portugal. The findings of the study highlighted the relationship between distance and online learning. The key concern of the respondents is related to the formal and contextual dimensions of the online class regime. The values examined, taken as a whole, allow us to conclude that with this teaching regime, in terms of awareness, there is acceptance and benefit. The sense of ambiguity in which this transformation took place, as well as the climate surrounding this phase, are worth noting. The teaching and evaluation methodologies used have been embraced and show a very wide range of choices on the part of the teaching teams and the students’ various interests, just as in the teaching regime of the classroom. The fact that students feel the need for face-to-face classes, however, is of great importance for practical and laboratory classes. This reality, which is a challenge to face in the future, is hard to overcome.

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