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Ashok Kumar1, Nipin Kalal1, Nimarta Rana1
1Department of Medical Surgical Nursing, College of Nursing, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Jodhpur, Rajasthan, India.
Most nursing students were extremely satisfied with online learning during the COVID-19 pandemic. Key barriers included poor voice clarity, connectivity issues, and eye strain, with age significantly impacting satisfaction.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Education
- Online Learning
- Public Health
Background:
- The COVID-19 pandemic necessitated a shift to online learning in Indian institutions.
- This study addresses the need to evaluate student satisfaction and identify challenges in this new educational landscape.
Purpose of the Study:
- To measure the satisfaction level of nursing students with online learning.
- To identify barriers hindering effective online learning among nursing students.
Main Methods:
- A quantitative, online survey research design was employed.
- Data was collected from 219 nursing students using a self-structured questionnaire and analyzed with IBM SPSS version 20.
Main Results:
- A significant majority (67.57%) of students reported extreme satisfaction with online learning.
- Identified barriers include low voice/language clarity, physical discomfort (eye strain), and unreliable internet connectivity.
- Student age was found to be significantly associated with satisfaction levels.
Conclusions:
- Online learning was highly satisfactory for most nursing students.
- Addressing barriers like audio-visual quality, technical reliability, and physical well-being is crucial for optimizing online education.
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