Effect of Covid-19 Pandemic on Students Academic Achievements at University Level in Azad Jammu and Kashmir

Abstract

Aim of the Study: The purpose of this research was to measure the effect of the covid-19 epidemic on students' academic achievement at university level in Azad Jammu and Kashmir.

Methodology: The study was descriptive in nature and survey method was applied for the conduction of research. The study's population consisted of 4234 students from the University of Kotli. The sample was drawn from the study's population using convenient sampling technique. The study sample was made up of n=352 students. A self-prepared questionnaire prepared as a research tool in this research. The questionnaire was administered online using a Google form due to the lockdown.

Findings/Conclusion: It was found that the students liked the online system of education and commented that this is very attractive system in the modern world. They participated in class discussion and different activities which are made by the teacher during the online class. Moreover, some students faced some problems related to internet, universities websites and problems related to the use of modern technologies.

Suggestions: It is suggested that instructors enhance their teaching methods to motivate pupils to learn and to entice them to study online. They may also make available online materials for practical learning, such as e-books and instructive videos.