Table 5.

Perceived advantages and disadvantages of asynchronous web-based learning (n=266).

Theme and perceived advantages and disadvantages		Values, n (%)	Description	Excerpts from written responses
Advantages
	Unlimited access to lecture content	74 (27.8)	Repeated learning is possible and reviewing any particularly difficult part of the lecture is possible	“If there’s something you don’t know, you can rewatch it at any time. It was very helpful to understood some parts.” “It’s good because you can repeat the class and have time to pause and think when necessary.”
	The autonomy to choose one’s preferred learning time	69 (25.9)	Attending to classes when one is prepared and when one can focus the most and the option to progress through the class at one’s own pace	“Because I can study when I am ready, I have deeper concentration and understanding.” “I have the advantage of being able to pause and listen if I lack concentration.” “Learning online helps me learn at my own pace and in my own way, which helps boost my motivation.”
	Protective measures during the pandemic	48 (18)	Reduced risk of COVID-19, maintaining social distancing, not a face-to-face learning, and no need to wear facial masks	“Protecting the safety of students and instructors is of utmost importance in this time.” “The spread of coronavirus can be prevented in college-related populations.”
Disadvantages
	Difficulties with self-regulated learning	66 (24.8)	Difficulty in attending classes consistently and one must manage their own learning well	“Too much freedom making me lazy.” “Pushing away from studying and anxiety right before exams.”
	Limited interaction	55 (20.7)	No real-time feedback, difficulty in asking questions, lack of direct communication, and feeling disconnected	“The downside is that it is difficult to immediately resolve questions when they arise. It can be only resolved through email or other communication methods.” “Lack of interaction between professors and students makes it hard to form a relationship.” “Unable to go to school or meet classmates.”
	Increased class assignments	27 (10.2)	Instructor assigns more assignments to students for learning management	“Since attendance could not be confirmed non-face-to-face, a lot of homework was given to prove attendance.” “Sometimes I felt burdened because there were too many assignments in one day.”