Analysis of Distance Learning Physics during the Covid-19 Pandemic

Abstract

The purpose of this study was to analyze distance learning strategies in physics learning during the Covid-19 pandemic at Musamus University in the even semester of the 2020/2021 academic year. This study uses a quantitative descriptive method. The instrument used in this research is a questionnaire in a Google Form for the Physics Education study program students. The analysis results showed that as many as 34.4% of respondents said distance learning was effective. In addition, 62.5% of respondents said that distance learning was less effective, and 3.1% said it was ineffective. Distance learning is less effective because of many obstacles in its implementation. These obstacles are the lack of ability to use information and communication technology, inadequate internet network, and economic problems. Students also do not understand the concepts given during distance learning well because of the lack of assistance from lecturers. The implementation of learning is much more focused on providing materials, assignments, and scientific projects. These results indicate that distance physical learning during the COVID-19 pandemic has not been maximized.