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Teacher’s Reflection on the transition to Online Teaching during Covid Times

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Parag Nijhawan, Parminder Singh
» doi: 10.48047/ecb/2023.12.si4.990

Abstract

A new coronavirus, COVID-19, was proclaimed to be a global pandemic by the World Health Organization a year ago. As a result of this crisis, universities all across the globe had to scramble to respond. Without any forethought or preparation, schools, colleges, and universities shifted their pedagogical focus from traditional lecture hall presentations and in-person tutorials to the online learning environment. This was a significant obstacle for educators and students alike. Despite some early reluctance, many educators have shifted to using an online platform for instruction. This is because, first and foremost, the change occurred suddenly. Second, instructors lacked the flexibility to switch gears from one teaching method to another, and third, they lacked faith in their ability to confidently use digital classroom tools. Some instructors may have had no trouble with these variables, but opinions on the best approach to provide course material varied widely. This was the perfect reflection-in-action scenario for most of the teaching community. Educators had the chance to consider new ways of approaching their profession and their students.

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