Question

Online learning poses some challenges to students in developing countries like Ghana. With your own experience, discuss four challenges you have faced since the start of UENR's online learning programme. Your answer should be at least 500-words long.

Answer 1

Answer:1). Technical hitches 2). Lack of computer literacy 3). Time management 4). Adaptability to virtual communication

Explanation:TECHNICAL HITCHES: Like every other new form of learning, the online learning has met with some technical issues especially as in the use of internet. The challenge of poor internet connection and not so effective technical assistance is a serious issue.

LACK OF COMPUTER LITERACY: For some students, the use of basic computer packages is a major challenge and a discouraging factor in the online learning.

TIME MANAGEMENT: The time used in face-to-face communication can not be compared with that of online. Points are summarized when online learning is used and questions asked can not be effectively answered.

ADAPTABILITY TO VIRTUAL COMMUNICATION: It is a struggle to adapt to the new form of learning. Students need extra push to engage in online learning as the means of communication is virtual.