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Area of Science:

  • Life Sciences Education
  • Online Learning Pedagogy
  • Higher Education

Background:

  • The COVID-19 pandemic necessitated emergency remote teaching, shifting higher education online.
  • Understanding student preferences is crucial for effective online learning design.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To survey Life Sciences undergraduate students on their preferences for online learning delivery modes, learning activities, and overall learning experiences.
  • To identify key student preferences to inform future online learning designs.

Main Methods:

  • A survey was administered to Life Sciences undergraduate students across various study years.
  • Data collected included preferences on lesson delivery, learning modes, and specific learning activities.

Main Results:

  • Blended learning delivery was consistently ranked as highly favorable by students across all study years.
  • The survey provided insights into specific student preferences for online learning activities and delivery.

Conclusions:

  • Life Sciences undergraduates show a strong preference for blended learning models.
  • Future online learning initiatives in Life Sciences should incorporate student preferences for enhanced engagement and effectiveness.