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. 2021 Jul 15;16(7):e0253662. doi: 10.1371/journal.pone.0253662

Table 1. Description of the first segment of the survey.

Variable Students Instructors
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.