Studies in Learning and Teaching
Vol. 2 No. 2 (2021): August

Impact of Online Education on Student Learning during the Pandemic

Hermeet Kohli (University of Southern Maine, United States)
Donna Wampole (University of Southern Maine, United States)
Amarpreet Kohli (University of Southern Maine, United States)



Article Info

Publish Date
09 Sep 2021

Abstract

Using qualitative exploratory research, we documented the experiences of 90 undergraduate and graduate students on how online education was affecting their learning during the pandemic. Data was collected from School of Social Work students at a northeastern public university in the United States. The participants were unsatisfied with the unexpected disruption to online education. However, they had adjusted to digital learning, and stated that they would rather have subpar education than put self and others in danger due to COVID-19. The major challenges that the students encountered are: (a) struggle with online education, (b) difficulty connecting with instructors, (c) lack of motivation, (d) losses, (e) difficulty accessing other learning resources, and (f) unsafe/inaccessible home environment. Recommendations are provided for instructors and administrators to support students in these challenging times.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

SiLeT

Publisher

Subject

Education Other

Description

SiLeT: Studies in Learning and Teaching is an internationally recognized journal in the field of education (Learning and Teaching) and is published three times a year (in April, August, and December). The aim of this journal is to publish high-quality studies in the areas of learning, teaching, ...