Online Experimentation of Teaching Methods and Faculty Perceptions at Adichunchanagiri University (ACU): A Study

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This study explores faculty perceptions of online teaching methods and their effectiveness at Adichunchanagiri University (ACU), Karnataka, India, focusing on the constituent colleges of ACU. The research examines opportunities and challenges of online experimentation in teaching. A survey of two hundred faculty members utilized a structured questionnaire to assess perceptions, with data analyzed using descriptive statistics (mean, SD) and chi-square tests. Findings reveal strong support for online teaching’s potential, including innovation (mean=4.11, P=.000), flexibility in program design (mean=3.98, P=.000), and customized learning experiences (mean=4.045, P=.000). However, significant drawbacks include technical difficulties (mean=3.755, P=.226), lack of face-to-face interaction (mean=3.870, P=.000), and challenges in maintaining student focus (mean=3.600, P=.253). Faculty also noted issues like isolation (mean=3.500, P=.000) and limitations for hands-on learning (mean=3.515, P=.000). The study underscores the need for enhanced technical infrastructure and training to optimize online teaching at ACU, offering insights for improving digital pedagogy in higher education.

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