Problems of online learning and the use of information and communication technology (ICT) in physics learning at Sumedang, West Java

Abstract

This study investigates students’ and teachers’ perceptions of online learning problems and the use of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in teaching and learning physics in high schools at Sumedang, West Java. The study population consisted of all high school students and physics teachers at one public high school in Sumedang, West Java. The sample was 69 students and 2 teachers selected from one public high school. The instrument used in collecting relevant data for this study was an online questionnaire consisting of 23 items that obtained information about the difficulties of online learning and the application of ICT in schools for learning physics. Data collected were analysed using frequency and percentage calculations. The results showed that online learning can simplify the learning process and mentoring besides ICT being able to broaden students’ insights about physics. However, there are several obstacles in online learning including the limitations of question and answer activities to friends or teachers directly, many assignments, and the lack of ICT facilities.