Student Perception Of Teaching And Classroom Management During Covid-19 Pandemic

Abstract

Covid- 19 has been considered as the biggest game changer to transform in the field of education. Higher Education Institutions have had to adapt to the new normal owing to the change expectations brought forward by the work from home requirements. This paper is based on a sample of 203 post graduate management students to explore and address issues, challenges and strategies of on-line teaching and learning during Covid-19. Qualitative thematic analysis was used to analyse the results. Use of Social Media, Access to Virtual Learning through International and National webinars and Self learning opportunities were perceived as major gains. Peer interaction, Hostel Life and College Environment were reported as misses due to the pandemic. Access to Recording of Lectures, Continuous Placements Opportunities, Fee deadline Extension, e-Library Facilities and timely Online Examinations were reported as Institutional Support Strategies by the student sample during the pandemic.