Experiences of Students Towards Online Classes During the COVID-19 Pandemic

Abstract

This study investigates the experiences of students with online classes provided by the campus in the time of COVID-19 Pandemic in Nepal. The students studying at Kailali Multiple Campus were the participants of the study. The study was based on qualitative research design employing interpretive paradigm. Five students were interviewed using the semi-structured interview through the interview guidelines. On the basis of collected data, different themes were derived Online classes became the alternative ways of education, and the classes included disturbed interaction in online classes. Alongside, online classes needed the skill of using devices for teachers and students. In the same way, students revealed distinctions between online and physical classes. Finally, students faced obstacles for attending classes due to the irregularity of internet and electricity. It can be said that online classes can be better ways of education in the pandemic and in difficulties, but skilled teachers are the musts for the improved implementation.