Evaluation of Medical Students’ Satisfaction for Total Online Learning during Pandemic COVID-19 in Indonesia

Abstract

B a c k g ro u n d: The Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic that has hit the whole world has caused changes in various aspects of life, including medical education. This study evaluated online learning activities in the auditory and olfactory medical education system blocks in 3rd-year medical students at, the University of Muhammadiyah, Surabaya, Indonesia. M ethods: This was a descriptive observational study using a digital survey. The research instrument used was a questionnaire on student satisfaction with the online learning process in the auditory and olfactory medical education system block. Results: Fifty 3rd-year medical students participated in this study. Students gave a satisfaction level score of 4.2 out of 5 for the manufacture of teaching materials and a satisfaction level score of 4.56 out of 5 for learning objectives. The average level of satisfaction in teaching materials ranks the lowest (4.38), while the average level of satisfaction with the role of educators in skills lab activities ranks the highest (4.69). Conclusion: Technological facilities, teaching materials, and lecturer assistance play an essential role in successful online learning. Further evaluation is undoubtedly needed to improve the quality of fully online learning in medical, and educational institutions.