An Analytical Study Of The Status Of Using Video-Based Online Learning In India (With Special Reference To SVBOLT And AVBOLT)

Abstract

New Media technology is changing education patterns rapidly. Online learning became an essential part of Education after COVID-19. The research explored the status of video-based online learning, the effectiveness of SVBOLT (synchronous video-based online teaching and learning) and AVBOLT (asynchronous video-based online learning and teaching), and the barriers and solutions to those encountered during online video-based learning. 80 teachers and 160 students from India's different regions, like Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, and Haryana, participated in this study. The study was conducted on students of the 8th class and above standard.  Teachers were selected who teach the students through offline and online modes.  Samples were collected randomly from the questionnaire via online and offline modes. The result states that while learning with the SVBOLT platform, students have to face various problems. During live webcasts through various apps, there is a fixed study time and place that cannot be changed, if, during this time they face internet connectivity issues, students can suffer from the problems. AVBOLT reduces the obstacles that were faced in learning through SVBOLT. AVBOLT is an effective platform compared to SVBOLT. AVBOLT enhances the teaching and learning experience.  Some aspects should be prioritized for effective online learning, such as Teachers should be trained for presentation in front of the camera and should have the necessary technical knowledge related to PPT (PowerPoint Presentation). AVBOLT provides error-free, quality content to learners.  The use of this blended education method (online and offline learning) is a worthy step in the direction of making studies completely online with new technologies. However, the institutes and the schools will have to ensure that their content is technically and educationally sound.