Publication Title
Online Learning
Document Type
Article
Abstract/Description
Using the Theory of Social Support and the Community of Inquiry as theoretical frameworks, this qualitative study explored international students’ experiences, challenges, and perceptions of online learning environments during the COVID-19 pandemic in the United States. By conducting three virtual focus group interviews with 18 international students, we identified four key themes that encapsulate participants’ challenges and experiences of online learning: social isolation in online learning spaces, difficulties with engaging in online class discussions and activities, limited opportunities for improving English proficiency in the online setting and limited academic support from faculty and advisors. Implications for research and practice to support international students are discussed.
Department
Psychology and Special Education
First Page
209
Last Page
230
DOI
10.24059/olj.v26i4.3495
Volume
26
Issue
4
ISSN
2472-5730
Date
12-1-2022
Citation Information
Koo, Katie K. and Jiang, Mei, "What Does It Mean to Take Online Classes as an International Student During COVID-19?" (2022). Faculty Publications. 16.
https://digitalcommons.tamuc.edu/educ-faculty-publications/16
