Qualitative case study examines online education perceptions in a Turkish university, revealing mixed experiences and preferences for hybrid models.
Key Points
The study explores university students' perceptions of online education during the Covid-19 pandemic, focusing on various motivational and technological factors.
Conducted semi-structured interviews with 26 undergraduate and graduate students
Triangulated findings with content analysis of 110 course evaluation surveys
Applied thematic content analysis to identify key themes in student experiences.
Students valued flexibility and access to materials but reported drawbacks like social isolation and technical issues.
Preference for face-to-face or hybrid learning models indicated a desire for engagement alongside flexibility.
Concerns regarding assessment fairness and disruptions during exams were evident.