A Study on The Reality of e-Learning for Chemistry Students During The COVID-19 Pandemic

Wedad H Al-Dahhan; Khalid Zainulabdeen; Emad Yousif; Ahmed Abdulameir Al-Amiery; Muna Bufaroosha

doi:10.21580/jec.2023.5.1.15002

A Study on The Reality of e-Learning for Chemistry Students During The COVID-19 Pandemic

- Department of Chemistry, Al-Nahrain University, Iraq

* - Department of Chemistry, Al-Nahrain University, Iraq

- Department of Chemical and Process Engineering, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, Malaysia

- Department of Chemistry, UAE University, United Arab Emirates

(*) Corresponding Author

DOI: 10.21580/jec.2023.5.1.15002

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In a survey conducted by the Department of Chemistry on the reality of e-learning, which became widespread in most international universities during the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, up to 50 students participated to express their thoughts and confirm observations. This survey was crucial in determining the importance of e-learning for the continuity of education and its potential drawbacks. The students’ opinions were collected using specific questions designed for a questionnaire. The survey's key findings can be summarized as follows: Both students and teaching staff played pivotal roles in the success of e-learning. Additionally, the availability of logistical tools and infrastructure that facilitated communication between students and lecturers proved vital to the effectiveness of online learning.

Keywords: chemistry; education; e-learning; online learning

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