Abstract
COVID-19 is prevalent in almost every corner of the globe, meanwhile Sri Lanka is also experiencing it. Higher education providers of the department of agriculture (extension and training division) had to rapidly transition their teaching programs to online learning and assessment. The purpose of this study was to investigate the effectiveness of online learning during the COVID-19 period. Accordingly, students from four different schools of agriculture (Paranthan, Palamuna, Vavuniya, and Palwehera) were purposively selected (n=210). Google form was used to collect data. The results revealed that 53.3% preferred a combination learning system of both traditional learning and online learning. Advantages of online learning were the ability of recording lectures as video (51.7%) and learn in a comfortable place (42.1%). With regards to the obstacles to online learning during the COVID-19 technical problems significantly (91.9%) affected learning while reduced interaction with their teachers/instructors (43.8%) and poor learning environment at home (39%) also were considerable barriers. There was a statistical difference (p<0.05) between face-to-face and online learning in terms increase knowledge, practical skills, social competencies, and assessment methods. However, successful implementation of online learning into the curriculum requires a well-thought-out strategy and a more active approach.
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