What do university students say about online learning and the COVID-19 pandemic in central Fiji? A qualitative study.

ABSTRACT: Globally, the spread of COVID-19 has led to the closure of schools, thereby accelerating the expansion of the online learning environment. Though, Fiji National University students' (FNU), had no option than to quickly adopt to this mode of learning, within limited period, their learning experiences are yet to be examined and documented. We used phenomenological study design to explore students' online learning challenges, coping strategies and their perceptions on the causes of COVID-19. A total of 120 in-depth interviews were conducted with FNU students, at different levels and colleges, and analysed thematically, using inductive approach. The three themes emerged included COVID-19 misconception beliefs among students, online learning challenges during the COVID-19 pandemic and online le

SUBMITTER: Okyere E 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9592056 | biostudies-literature | 2022

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature