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Empowering the Future: Transforming Online Learning for Children

Empowering the Future: Transforming Online Learning for Children

Introduction

The global shift to online education during the COVID-19 pandemic has been both a challenge and an opportunity for educators worldwide. In Saudi Arabia, this transition was particularly swift, as the government announced a complete shift to online learning in March 2020. This blog post explores the findings of a recent study titled Saudi Arabian Students’ Beliefs about and Barriers to Online Education during the COVID-19 Pandemic, which provides insights into the beliefs and barriers experienced by Saudi Arabian students during this period. These insights can help practitioners enhance their skills and improve educational outcomes for children.

Key Findings from the Study

The study employed semi-structured interviews with ten female undergraduate students to explore their perceptions of online learning during the pandemic. Several key themes emerged from the analysis:

Implications for Practitioners

Understanding these findings can guide practitioners in creating more effective online learning environments. Here are some actionable steps based on the study's insights:

Encouraging Further Research

While this study provides valuable insights, it also highlights the need for further research. Expanding the sample size and including male students could provide a more comprehensive understanding of the online learning experience in Saudi Arabia. Additionally, exploring the long-term impacts of online education on students' academic and social development would be beneficial.

To read the original research paper, please follow this link: Saudi Arabian Students’ Beliefs about and Barriers to Online Education during the COVID-19 Pandemic.


Citation: Abed, M. G., Abdulbaqi, R. F., & Shackelford, T. K. (2022). Saudi Arabian students’ beliefs about and barriers to online education during the COVID-19 pandemic. Children (Basel), 9(8), 1170. https://doi.org/10.3390/children9081170
Marnee Brick, President, TinyEYE Therapy Services

Author's Note: Marnee Brick, TinyEYE President, and her team collaborate to create our blogs. They share their insights and expertise in the field of Speech-Language Pathology, Online Therapy Services and Academic Research.

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