Supporting and engaging isolated language learners in Open and Distance Learning (ODL) classes a comparative study between a Malaysian and an Indonesian university undergraduate students / Norhaiyati Abdul Muin

Abdul Muin, Norhaiyati (2021) Supporting and engaging isolated language learners in Open and Distance Learning (ODL) classes a comparative study between a Malaysian and an Indonesian university undergraduate students / Norhaiyati Abdul Muin. In: Proceedings of International Conference on Language, Education, Humanities &Social Sciences (i-LEdHS2021), 22 Febuari 2021, UiTM Cawangan Kelantan.

Abstract

Covid-19 has suddenly shifted physical classrooms to fully online. Not only educators, but also students are forced to resort to fully Open and Distance Learning (ODL) classes overnight. With lack of preparation, there are multitude of problems faced by both. Initially, the students welcomed the ability of studying at the comfort of their homes; later however, many have complained on difficulties faced in coping with ODL classes. At the same time, in changing the modes, a one-size-fits-all approach is often employed by the lecturers. In other words, internal content is converted into a form that they believe suitable for an external delivery. However, there is a significant problem with this approach, especially with students who feel isolated and disengaged from the physical classrooms. When compared to their counterparts who are more self-regulated learners, these students often face some barriers that they may not experience in face-to-face or blended learning environment to fully participate in their coursework. The online environment also poses challenges for many academic staff who need to master technological competency and proficiency within a limited time period. This paper provides one lecturer’s findings and perspectives facilitating students learning online. Primary data collected from a self-administered online survey questionnaire are analysed descriptively in a general survey of trends, involving 162 survey respondents among degree students from UiTM Kelantan and an Indonesian university. It also includes students’ responses and critical commentaries on some of the challenges faced by the students and the implications of more ODL classes in future

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Item Type: Conference or Workshop Item (Paper)
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Abdul Muin, Norhaiyati
haiyati902@uitm.edu.my
Subjects: L Education > LB Theory and practice of education > Computers in education. Information technology
L Education > LB Theory and practice of education > Creative ability. Imagination. Creative thinking. Concept learning. Constructivism (Education)
L Education > LB Theory and practice of education > Higher Education > Lectures and lecturing
L Education > LB Theory and practice of education > Higher Education > Technology. Information technology. Internet in higher education
Divisions: Universiti Teknologi MARA, Kelantan > Machang Campus
Event Title: Proceedings of International Conference on Language, Education, Humanities &Social Sciences (i-LEdHS2021)
Event Dates: 22 Febuari 2021
Page Range: pp. 410-420
Keywords: Open and distance learning, isolated disengaged learners, isolated engaged learners
Date: 22 February 2021
URI: https://ir.uitm.edu.my/id/eprint/45121
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