Symbiosis Law School Hyderabad

English Communication Skills

Tutorial - II
2022 - 2023
BA. LLB
Sec – B
Sujan Saha
PRN- 22010323079
Impact of COVID 19 evolution in education

Abstract
In India's educational institutions (schools, colleges, and universities), face-to-face classroom
lectures continue to be the only type of conventional instruction used. Although many
academic institutions have started to embrace blended learning, many of them remain adhere
to antiquated practises. Covid-19, a fatal illness brought on by the SARS-CoV-2 corona virus,
appeared out of nowhere, shocking the entire globe. As more than 32 crore students left their
respective institutions or universities, all educational initiatives in India came to a halt. We've
learned that change is inevitable as a result of the COVID-19 epidemic. Education institutions
have been urged to develop and incorporate cutting-edge technology into their platforms ever
since the World Health Organisation declared it as a pandemic. This problem challenged the
world's educational system, pushing educators to quickly adjust to a digital form of
education. Many academic institutions were forced to make a complete switch to online
teaching and learning because they first resisted changing their antiquated pedagogical
method. A SWOC (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, & Challenges) examination of
several e-learning platforms during a crisis is covered along with the significance of online
learning.

This research report examined the development of Ed-Tech businesses during pandemics and
natural disasters in addition to offering advice to academic institutions on how to manage
issues related to online learning. In the research project, the causes of COVID 19 and its
consequences on schooling will be looked at. All of these topics—including the significance
of the Internet during COVID 19, Kashmir's internet censorship, and, most crucially, the new
knowledge gained from this study about the key COVID 19 scenarios—will be covered.

Introduction

In December 2019, the virus spread from bats to people in Wuhan, Hubei Province, China,
through unidentified intermediate animals. In Wuhan, Hubei Province, China, in December
2019, unidentified intermediary animals helped the virus transmit from bats to people.How
crucial digital networks and service platforms are has been demonstrated by the COVID-19
pandemic. The services provided by the digital networks that connect our houses to the
internet have changed from being a supplemental "nice to have" to a need for work and daily
life. The time has come to decide if large organisations are too important to be allowed to
establish their own standards of behaviour. The severe acute respiratory syndrome
coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) has grown and spread. Around 96,000 coronavirus disease
cases have been recorded during 2019 (COVID-2019), and 3300 deaths have been reported as
of today (05/03/2020). Inhalation or contact with infected droplets are the two to fourteen
day incubation period and the means of transmission for the illness. A fever, cough, sore
throat, shortness of breath, fatigue, and a general feeling of unwellness are a few of the
symptoms. According to information compiled by several State Health Departments, the
number of confirmed COVID-19 cases in India surpassed 80lakh on October 28. On October
28, the number was 80,01,583 with 1,20,185 fatalities. On August 7, August 23, and
September 5, the COVID-19 total for India passed the 20lakh milestone. On September 16, it
reached the 50 lakh mark; on September 28, it did the 60 lakh; and on October 11, it did the
70 lakh.Although we may be physically socially far from one another, we are nevertheless
very linked on a cerebral and emotional level. We are not lamenting it as much since a
pandemic like the COVID-19 may have prohibited any type of outside activities. There are
two factors at play here: All of us put survival first (obviously!), and social media makes sure
we don't miss anything. There has been a noticeable shift in how we use social media, even if
we still spend the majority of our time on streaming services like Netflix, Hotstar, and Prime.
We will recall how well we used social media for years to come if there is one part of this
pandemic that stands out.

Literature Review

1) Ms Veena Shenoy et al. (2020) - focuses on how contemporary technology is being

used in the teaching and learning process, how students are participating, and how
faculty have handled virtual classrooms during the Covid19 outbreak in Bangalore.
The advantages of virtual learning for both students and teachers are covered in this
study. Students were more engaged than in traditional classrooms, and faculty
members appeared to be more innovative in their use of contemporary technology,
according to the authors.
2) Amber Murrey et al. 2020 - Although the implementation of contemporary
technology in education has numerous benefits, it has also forced lecturers to deal
with difficulties including racism, layoffs, and exploitation. For their monitoring, they
must be extremely effective and endure humiliating situations like Zoom bombing.
 They believed that in order to educate effectively in this circumstance and to fight
back against the exploitation of them, critical pedagogies would have to encounter
difficulties.
3) Dr. Pravat Kumar Jena 2020 - referenced in the study's discussion on the value of
online learning during a pandemic. Many online courses and platforms for school
children, UG and PG students were launched by the government under MHRD and
UGC in an effort to retain students. Additionally, he stated that in order to promote
online learning, the government should think about giving all students free access to
the internet, free digital devices, and free online course materials.
Methodology of Research
In this research article, secondary sources are mostly used to gather data for the
current study. The objectivity of historical and contemporary materials was exploited
to provide the investigation a framework and arrive at an objective conclusion. the
data acquired to ascertain and examine the impact COVID 19 has had on Indian
education.

Research Questions

1) Where does covid 19 come from?

2) Internet importance for COVID 19?
3) to assess Covid 19's effects on India's educational system?

Research Objective

1) dangerous coronavirus: its history and genesis.

2) the degree to which the lethal virus had a domino effect on India's education
system.

Analysis

Impact of Covid 19 on Education - Millions of individuals were negatively affected by the

corona virus, which originated in China and spread dangerously over the world. It took
thousands of lives. Surprisingly, every sophisticated country has bowed down to it. The
efforts of every contemporary nation to advance its healthcare system have fallen short.
Because there is no cure, the world is baffled. One of the United States of America's founding
fathers, BENJAMIN FRANKLIN, made the astute conclusion that investing in education
yields the highest returns. As education is a fundamental human right, India, particularly in
its union region of Kashmir, is in appalling condition. The situation has been altered once
more by Covid-19's recent arrival.The Corona virus is posing as the world's Grasim gibbets.
Because of how affreux it has grown, people now fear it more than the tutelary god of
death.The lockdown is crucial to the rulers' strategy and their success. But at the same time,
the majority of the world's more than 200 nations are pouring vast sums of money into the
field of education in an effort to improve their nations by encouraging hard-working
individuals who want to demonstrate their courage in any endeavour. Unfortunately, in our
nation, inexperienced bureaucrats chosen by the ruling parties control this industry.The
school system will deteriorate as a result of bureaucratization more and more. Only the
establishment of contemporary systems outfitted with cutting-edge technologies and
meticulous instructors may alleviate the stress. This will undoubtedly produce important
effects and aid in the stabilisation of the educational system. There won't be any change
without investment, and if it is made, it should be put to good use.The attention-grabbing
scientific boon known as the Internet is hampered in Kashmir, a paradise in India. The valley
has been without 4G internet access for the past nine months.The education sector's negative
impact can be inferred.Some eager instructors have begun using Google Classroom and
YouTube to educate, however these platforms require fast internet; using 2G service can sting
and be frustrating. Additionally, not everyone in the valley has access to cellphones that they
may use to watch lectures on U-Tube, which leads to an act of segregation. We think that
education is essential for creating communities that are unbiased, devoid of dogma,
regionalism, and preconceived beliefs about others. From splitting up to becoming one, we
think the globe has begun to move with the pace of a leopard. According to a Chinese saying,
there is only one way to ensure that you live for more than 100 years: teach others. I hope
decisive action will be made to address the pressing issues that have not yet been
addressed.There are some positive and negative effect of covid 19 on Education .Such as -

Positive effect of Covid 19 on Education – Despite the fact that the COVID-19 epidemic has
had a detrimental effect on education in several ways, Indian educational institutions have
embraced the difficulties and are doing everything they can to help students throughout the
pandemic. The possibility exists for the Indian educational system to transform from
traditional to modern. The benefits listed below are among the effects.

Blended Education: The usage of digital technology in education has progressed thanks to the
COVID-19 programme. In educational settings, blended learning is become more prevalent.
Both educators and students were motivated to learn more about technology as a result. New
delivery techniques and learning assessments opened up enormous opportunities for a
dramatic transformation in curriculum design and teaching. It may also be used
simultaneously by large groups of pupils.

 Improvement in collaborating works: There is a fresh opportunity for collaborative

teaching and learning to assume new forms. Another opportunity for mutual benefit is
international collaborations between scholars and educators.
 Increased Online Meetings: Opportunities for teleconferencing, virtual meetings,
webinars, and e-conferencing have dramatically increased as a result of the epidemic.
 Improvement of Digital Literacy: Due to the pandemic scenario's promotion of
knowledge of and use of digital technology, there has been a rise in digital literacy.
 Open and distance learning (ODL) is in high demand: Because it encourages self-
learning, allows students the option to get tailored teaching according on their needs, and
gives them access to a range of materials, the ODL mode is the most popular among
students throughout the pandemic.
Negetive effect of Covid 19 on Education – The education sector has suffered greatly as a
result of the COVID-19 outbreak. Some of the negative consequences it has had on
education are given below:
 disruption of educational activities: Many tests have been rescheduled, and classes
have been postponed. The decision to delay the entrance and yearly exams has
already been made by several boards. More time than expected was spent on the
application procedure.The lockdown cost students nearly three months of the whole
2020–21 school year, which would have made it more difficult for them to return to
class after a long absence and further harmed the issue of educational continuity.
 less opportunities for work globally: Due to limitations brought on by COVID-19,
some individuals may lose their jobs from other nations and recent graduates may not
be able to get employment outside of India. Many Indians may have returned home
when COVID-19 caused them to lose their employment abroad. As a result, finding
suitable work may prove challenging for recent graduates who will soon enter the
labour market. The lockout may prevent many students from starting their careers that
they have already secured as a result of campus interviews. It is possible for Indians
who have been employed abroad to lose their jobs. Recent graduates in India are also
worried that job offers from business sectors may be revoked because to the limits on
migration imposed by the current pandemic crisis.
 nutrients depleted by the closure of schools: The government of India funds the
Midday Meals school lunch initiative in an effort to improve the nutritional value of
the meals provided to children of school age. The temporary suspension of the mid-
day meal programming has a significant impact on how well students can eat each
day. According to several studies, midday meals are another important factor that
raises school enrolment.
 Global educational access: The pandemic has made a significant influence on the
higher education industry. As a consequence of the large number of Indian students
who are now enrolled in several institutions abroad, particularly in the most affected
countries, leaving those countries, there would be a significant decline in the demand
for foreign higher education in the long run.
 Who are not prepared for online learning? Teachers and students: Not all educators
and learners are capable of doing it, or at the very least, not all of them were prepared
for the abrupt shift from face-to-face to online instruction. The bulk of instructors just
provide lectures on video platforms like Zoom, Google Meet, etc. because there is no
dedicated platform for online learning.
Conclusion - According to the study, COVID-19 has undoubtedly caused issues
for the Indian educational system. The efficient classroom-based learning has
been replaced by online learning, which has presented numerous challenges for
educational institutions, students, faculty, and parents in terms of implementing
new technology, managing workloads, and ensuring that kids are competent and
engaged. Institutions should also consider the bigger picture to determine how
they can combine the current, technologically sophisticated methods of coaching
with the outdated, conventional methods of teaching. If the government improves
internet access, ensures a sufficient supply of electricity, and informs citizens
about the benefits and significance of virtual learning, dealing with the problem
will be lot simpler.
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