“I dont like learning online, you cannot ask the tutor a question and get an answer, that you understand, when you need it.”
“I’m not very keen on on-line learning. Prefer a lecture and discussions face to face and being able to mix with other students.”
“Overall I am enjoying this course immensly, it is up to me how much or how little I learn which refelcts in my grades. I can fit it in with my son, my 2 jobs and my house (nearly!) and dont have the stress of being tied down to class room enviroments, which is appealing.”
“Due to family, work and general life commitments on-line learning is the only way I am able to study. It really works for me.”
Some people love it, some people hate it. What is clear is that online learning is not for everyone. For some it is isolating, for others it is rewarding.
From the survey of the UHI online learners, it is clear from many of the optional comments provided that those who are not able to study any other way are more motivated and appreciative of online learning. They really value the flexibility of learning asynchronously.
It is also not surprising that many of those who like learning online happen to be women who are at home with children. (90% of the respondents are female.)
Of the 88 respondents who provided a final comment, 24% specifically mention that they value the flexibility of online learning due to family, work, rural, or life commitments.
