E-Learning Among Medical Students: An Analytical Study

Abstract

A learning system based on formalized instruction but with the help of electronic resources is known as e-learning. Countries around the world had imposed large-scale physical distancing measures and movement restrictions, often referred to as lockdowns, to slow the transmission of COVID 19 by limiting contact between people. Students across the country had to undergo e-learning. The study is conducted to assess knowledge and perceptions about e-learning among medical students to assess the factors that act as barriers to effective learning through e-learning platforms. A pre-tested questionnaire will be mailed to the students at Allied Health Sciences, Malla Reddy University. 117 students were included in the study. The data was collected in Google Forms and analyzed using Google Sheets. 91.5% of the students had sufficient knowledge and only 43.6% of the students had a positive attitude towards e-learning. There is no significant difference between men and women in knowledge and attitudes.