It was a truly unique end of the Winter term – Thanks to a dedicated and engaged learning community and the best tools and technology, students, staff and faculty members made the rapid switch to virtual operations and online classes. Many of you are continuing to take electives through the Summer term, and will be learning remotely for weeks to come. Others of you may be planning to start your BBA or iBBA in the Fall, and you’re wondering if you might have online classes too. 

 So what has the experience been like? We connected with some undergraduate students to share their thoughts. 

Avnit Chabra, iBBA candidate 2020

In the beginning, switching to remote learning was challenging since it was extremely difficult to stay motivated and easy to get distracted. However, as I got more used to online learning I realized I actually saved a lot more time since I did not have to spend time commuting.

I think the best part about learning online is that you can learn from the comfort of your home, whether that be through your home office, living room, patio, etc! During breaks between classes you can do anything you like, such as, take a quick nap, shower, or make yourself a meal. I definitely miss the in-person interactions among my professors and friends and I miss having quick catch-up sessions with my friends to see how they are doing. Although there are challenges with virtual learning, the benefits outweigh the costs.

My advice would be to continue your regular routine that you had going while attending school in-person. Instead of waking up five minutes before your lecture, wake up early and get ready to attend your lecture like you would do for an in-person class. This way you feel motivated to study and there are less chances of you getting distracted while listening to the lecture.

Brilliant Hazer, BBA candidate 2021

Learning online has been a new experience that has been rocky, but very accommodating given the situation we are in. I miss the physical interaction between my friends and professor that I believe deepens the learning experience. However, I like the flexibility offered by the virtual learning environment. The UI and technology have worked to adapt certain features in the classroom, such as screen sharing for videos, and a digital blackboard for the teacher to write on.

I advise other students to learn to adapt to the niches of remote learning, and to realize this too is another method of learning and a skill set. Whether it is taking the initiative to self-teach, or familiarizing yourself with other technologies to stay connected, right now it’s a wonderful opportunity to do so in this context.

 

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