It's been over two years since the global Coronavirus pandemic altered the majority of our lives and realities.
The continuous movement control order, particularly in our country, has impacted businesses, forcing many to work online and students to engage in some type of online learning.
During this pandemic, I believe that all students are currently struggling with increased stress levels. During the Covid-19 pandemic, I've heard and seen many students discussing their academic experiences. Many colleagues have also told me about their distressing experiences, particularly concerning a lack of engagement and difficulties adapting to online education. I've heard students say they're more stressed now than before the pandemic, and some of them are used to discussing ideas with peers during group study sessions to cope with their hectic academic lives. Students are now challenged to adjust to a new study approach.
As a university student, I believe that these changes are assisting us in better understanding what education would be like in a different setting. The interactions between students and educators have changed noticeably. I could quickly adapt to the change as an introvert because I find myself more eager to give my viewpoint and engage in online sessions than in actual classes. At first, I believed I couldn’t handle it because it would be more monotonous to study every day in front of my computer or laptop, or I would be more agitated due to the lack of communication with my classmates and groupmates.
However, after over two years of online learning experiences, I've realized that my fear was unfounded. Studying is better organized this way because the institution has meticulously planned our tasks and assignments across multiple online platforms. We have easy access to e-books and lecture recordings. This greatly aided my ability to concentrate on my schoolwork. Introverts like me can communicate with instructors via email and MS Teams, and it appears that I do so more frequently during the process.
Most significantly, I am enthusiastic about online learning and am eager to adapt to changes in the study mode. I offer some recommendations based on my experiences for students who are experiencing trouble adjusting to online schooling. We must remain positive during these times because I believe your routine and study habits have most likely been disrupted. In any case, you must try. Make an effort to comprehend and resolve your issues. Online learning is flexible, and you must be well-organized. You may need to create a study plan and keep track of your progress at all times. You can also schedule your study programs using various online platform options, such as Trello and Microsoft Planner. These platforms are incredibly user-friendly. If you've tried everything and still feel overwhelmed, you can seek assistance. Do not be afraid to contact the counselling centre at your university. In my case, I visited my university's counselling service multiple times for advice, and they were pretty helpful throughout the pandemic. Just keep in mind not to give up! We're going to make it through together!
I hope that everyone stays safe and that we can all meet up on our University campus soon.
Cheers,
Ivy Chai
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