Table 1. Description of the first segment of the survey.
Variable | Students | Instructors |
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1 | The transition to the online environment was clearly explained. | |
2 | The technology used in the online environment worked effectively. | |
3 | Adequate opportunities to express my viewpoints and questions were offered to me, during the distance learning. | The University provided me with adequate and timely support throughout the distance teaching. |
4 | The online courses’ materials were easy to access. | The courses’ content and materials were easy to share online. |
5 | The online courses’ materials suitably contributed to my learning. | - |
6 | The online courses’ materials available were adequate to meet my learning goals. | - |
7 | Overall, I was satisfied with the distance learning. |
This table shows the similarities and differences between the two surveys that were disseminated to capture the perceptions of the students and instructors, respectively. Components 1, 2, and 7 were common for both surveys. Components 3 and 4 were meant to constitute two sides of the same coin. As for components 5 and 6, they were unique to the students.