Challenges Of E-Learning For Students in Akademi Laut Malaysia (ALAM)

Abstract

The novel coronavirus identified as Covid-19 disease affected the education sector at the end of 2019. The disease has significantly impacted the education sector, especially the students and educators. The students must sacrifice to adapt to the new norms to continue online learning (E-Learning) instead of face-to-face learning. This disease directly impacts the educational system, such as institutional, informal, and non-formal education, closed face-to-face learning progress, and requires a shift towards online learning. The main objective of this research paper is to analyse the students’ challenges and responses during online learning. This questionnaire was given to 40 students of Akademi Laut Malaysia (ALAM) in the cohort or batch of DME 41 and DNS 27. The results of this research explain that most students faced the challenges of connectivity issues and distractions from family members. The challenges significantly impact their studies, where the students find it difficult to focus in class. Based on the data, ALAM students have an average understanding of online learning. Some of them immensely enjoyed online learning.