The Effectiveness of Using E-learning and Distance Learning Applications in Jordanian Universities in the light of the Coronavirus Pandemic from the Students Point of View

Authors

M. Al-Shboul, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, School of Educational Sciences, The University of Jordan, Amman, JordanFollow
A. A. Saileek, Ministry of Education, Amman, JordanFollow
A. Rodan, Department of Information Technology, King Abdallah II School of Information Technology, The University of Jordan, Amman, JordanFollow
H. Alzahrani, Department of Electronic Learning, Dean of Electronic Learning and Distance Education, Imam Muhammad ibn Saud Islamic University, Riyadh, Saudi ArabiaFollow
S. AlQahtani, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Riyadh, Saudi ArabiaFollow
H. Aldreabi, Department of Journalism, Media, and Digital Communication, School of Arts, The University of Jordan, Amman, JordanFollow

Abstract

This study aims to determine the effectiveness of the use of e-learning and distance learning (DL) tools in Jordanian universities according to the students perception of the coronavirus. The study followed a descriptive research method using descriptive questionnaires. A sample of (372) male and female undergraduate and graduate students from different Jordanian universities. The results showed that (73.7%) of the respondents used online distance learning every day during the coronavirus pandemic. Most of the students believe that the coronavirus epidemic has changed the use of online education more and more and the use of electronic devices to increase communication with others (teachers, colleagues). There is no significant difference in the level (α≥ 0.05) of the effectiveness of using E-Learning and Distance Learning applications according to gender and residence. Although a significant difference occurred between the variable age and the degree of university. The results of the study can be used to advise the teacher to focus more on activities that show a high level of enjoyment, especially website optimization and instruction. Colleges are now seen as important places of learning in the classroom. Websites and tutorials must be updated regularly.

Recommended Citation

Al-Shboul, M.; A. Saileek, A.; Rodan, A.; Alzahrani, H.; AlQahtani, S.; and Aldreabi, H. (2023) "The Effectiveness of Using E-learning and Distance Learning Applications in Jordanian Universities in the light of the Coronavirus Pandemic from the Students Point of View," Information Sciences Letters: Vol. 12 : Iss. 10 , PP -.
Available at: https://digitalcommons.aaru.edu.jo/isl/vol12/iss10/3