Readiness to Continue Online Learning Post Covid-19 Among Students of Politeknik Jeli Kelantan

Abstract

The Covid-19 pandemic has prompted the Ministry of Education to transition entirely to online learning method. All schools and higher education institutions are no exception in embracing this shift. However, the drastic change, executed without adequate preparation, has led to numerous challenges and setbacks, resulting in a decline in student performance. Consequently, once the movement control order was fully lifted, the ministry promptly reverted to traditional face-to-face learning method completely. Polytechnics followed suit, mirroring this approach. Despite the problems and complaints that surfaced, dismissing the role of virtual technology in education is unjustified, given the considerable effort and preparation invested to improve the online learning effectiveness during the Covid-19 pandemic. Hence, this study was conducted to assess students' readiness to continue online learning post-Covid-19. A total of 293 students from Politeknik Jeli Kelantan participated as respondents, and the collected data was statistically analyzed using SPSS V22 software. The study's findings revealed that majority of respondents expressed a strong willingness and motivation to engage in online teaching and learning sessions. Moreover, these respondents exhibited confidence in the potential and effectiveness of online teaching and learning methods. These research findings are anticipated to assist relevant parties involved, particularly educators and educational institutions, in formulating comprehensive teaching modules and policies that integrate both face-to-face and online learning methods seamlessly.