Table 1 Responses to general survey questions and the advantages and disadvantages of online learning compared among those who disagreed, were neutral, or agreed (N = 74).

From: Perception of online learning, knowledge assessment, and clinical skills among third-year ophthalmology residents studying during the COVID-19 pandemic in Thailand

General survey questions/statements

Disagree* (%)

Neutral (%)

Agree* (%)

Online learning is often stimulating

17.6

41.9

40.5

I enjoy online learning

20.3

35.1

44.6

I would like online learning to be more interactive

2.7

29.7

67.6

I feel that online learning is as effective as face-to-face learning

36.5

36.5

27.0

I prefer online learning to face-to-face learning

43.3

32.4

24.3

 

Disagree* (%)

Neutral (%)

Agree* (%)

Advantages of online learning

Save on travel time

0.0

9.5

90.5

Study in a private environment

1.3

12.2

90.5

Flexibility

2.7

12.2

85.1

More comfortable

5.4

25.7

68.9

Cost saving

14.9

24.3

60.8

The ability to study in various locations

5.4

14.9

79.7

Disadvantages of online learning

Lack of interaction with peers

5.4

18.9

75.7

Reduced motivation

24.3

29.8

45.9

Difficulty maintaining focus

6.3

32.4

47.3

Problems with internet connection

39.2

14.9

45.9

Family/home-related distractions

36.5

20.3

43.2

Inability to ask questions

52.7

25.7

21.6

  1. * ‘Agree’ and ‘Strongly agree’, and ‘Disagree’ and ‘Strongly disagree’ were pooled.