Learning Effectiveness of Semi Practice Courses in Online Learning

• Published in: Al-ta'lim Vol. 30; no. 1; pp. 35 - 47
• Main Authors: Sudarwanto, Tri, Harti, Sulistyowati, Raya, Cahya, Septyan Budy, Rafida, Veni
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: Padang Al-Ta'lim Journal 01-02-2023
• Subjects: COVID-19; Distance learning; Higher education; Learning activities; Online instruction; Pandemics
• ISSN: 1410-7546; 2355-7893
• DOI: 10.15548/jt.3011.783

The COVID-19 pandemic has resulted in the cessation of face-to-face learning activities in universities and schools, especially in Indonesia. Instead, learning activities are carried out in an online learning environment. The implementation of online learning requires readiness from several parties, starting from the provision of infrastructure to the readiness of students. Cost issues and the readiness of educators and students to use technology are still the reasons why online learning can be carried out after the COVID-19 pandemic. Thus, optimizing the quality of education through online learning is needed in an effort to integrate technology in education. This study aims to determine the effectiveness of online learning in learning media courses in the midst of a pandemic. It also includes planning, implementation, evaluation, and obstacles and how to overcome them. This research was conducted using a qualitative descriptive method. This research describes the problems and solutions that occur in online learning so that the effectiveness of its implementation can be known and recommendations for the feasibility of online learning in the future can be determined. Data collection techniques were conducted by documentary study, observation, and interview. The results showed that the learning of semi-practicum courses runs effectively. Various problems that become issues of weakness in online learning are resolved by government policies, facilities and services that are able to support the achievement of learning objectives even in semi-practical courses.