Abstract

This study’s aim is to determine whether or not medical students in Pakistan are willing to use online learning during the COVID-19 pandemic, as well as their perception of and satisfaction with online learning. The study also analyzed the relationship between technology-related stress and computer self-efficacy among medical students. This cross-sectional study selected 369 newly enrolled medical students as samples using convenience sampling. Medical students exhibited a significant negative association with technology-stress and the intention to use online learning. Further, computer self-efficacy decreased the effects of technology-stress and enhanced the intention to use online learning among medical students. Thematic analysis revealed three main themes: (1) engagement in studies, (2) management of time, and (3) challenges faced by students. Although students experienced challenges in terms of methodological, technological, and behavioral concerns during online classes, online classes also saved time and enhanced performance as a result of better time management.

摘要

本研究的目的是确定巴基斯坦的医学生是否愿意在 COVID-19 大流行期间使用在线学习，以及他们对在线学习的看法和满意度。该研究还分析了医学生与技术相关的压力与计算机自我效能感之间的关系。本横断面研究采用便利抽样方法选取了 369 名新入学的医学生作为样本。医学生表现出与技术压力和使用在线学习的意图显着的负相关。此外，计算机自我效能降低了技术压力的影响，增强了医学生使用在线学习的意愿。主题分析揭示了三个主题：（1）参与学习，（2）时间管理，以及（3）学生面临的挑战。