MEDTECH STUDENTS' E-LEARNING

AND COVID-19: THE EFFECT OF

ONLINE EDUCATION'S
COVID-19 STRUGGLES ON
ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE

Samantha Christine D. Obero

Normaica Faizah O. Daño
Gemae Rose B. Cuyos
Dawna Bill S. Cirineo

GROUP 8
 Background of the Study

The impact of the Corona Virus Disease

2019 or COVID-19 in the Philippines made it
possible for schools to close and a state of
public health emergency to be declared. And
the Philippine government decided to extend
till the end of April 2020 due to the
ongoing rise in local transmission cases.
 Background of the Study

Even while certain HEIs in the nation use blended

learning, the usage of ERT for about half of the final
semester during this crucial period of our time created
specific problems and concerns for students'
experiences. Therefore, it is important to look into the
experience of students who were abruptly immersed in
a remote learning context rather than just their access
to technology and the internet.
 Statement of the Problem
Specifically, it aims:
1. To determine the level of effect of the distance E-learning on the medical
students in Tagum
City in terms of:
1.1 amount of sleep;
1.2 amount of screen time; and
1.3 amount of physical activity/training.
2. To determine the facilitators/stressors cause by the distance E-learning and
how these greatly affects the medical students on their academic performance.
3. 1.To know if the distance E-learning has a meaningful relationship between the
Distance E-learning in terms of quantity of sleep, screen time, and physical
activity, and performance on the medical students’ grades.
 Hypothesis
The null hypothesis, which presupposes that
there won't be a meaningful relationship between
the Distance E-learning in terms of quantity of
sleep, screen time, and physical activity, and
performance on the medical students’ grades.
The second alternative theory assumes that the
quantity of sleep, screen time, and physical activity
will significantly affect performance in the medical
students’grades.

 Review of Related Literature

The sudden shift to online learning was referred to as
emergency remote learning because, unlike well-
planned online learning courses, it was necessary to
offer a quick, temporary, and dependable replacement
for the original medium of instruction. (Mohmmed et al.,
2020)

Despite the statistically negligible difference in learning

preference, face-to-face learning provides better social
presence, social interaction, and happiness. (Bali and Liu's,
2018)
 Review of Related Literature

As opposed to this, Chavez et al. (2018) discovered

that making healthy behavioral choices had a favorable
impact on academic performance, dedication to
learning, and educational goals.
In a 2019 study by Okano et al., they evaluated the effects
of sleep length, quality, and
consistency on academic
performance and found that all three variables had a
beneficial impact. Controlled sleep research with healthy
adults demonstrated that getting more restful sleep can
improve several higher-order cognitive functions.
 Review of Related Literature
The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
(CDC, 2020) assert that physical exercise affects a
person's cognitive abilities, including their capacity for
focus, attention, attitudes, and behaviors—all of which
are crucial building blocks of enhanced academic
achievement.
According to Al Sabih et al. (2018), exercise improved
students' ability to focus in class and their punctuality when
attending lectures, but it had little to no impact on their GPA.
According to Jose and Sruthi (2019), physical activity was
discovered to be proportionally correlated with mental health
and to have a favorable impact on academic achievement.
 Review of Related Literature
Wu et al. (2015) looked at the relationship between stress and
poor sleep quality among Chinese college students, they
discovered that a high level of physical activity and a low level
of screen time were markers of low stress. Thus, it is unclear
whether the impact of online learning on students' sleep,
screen time, and physical activity may serve as a predictor of
their academic achievement in the field of medical technology.
The CDC (2021) suggested getting at least seven hours of
sleep each night. Additionally, Zhang et al. (2017) suggested
limiting daily screen usage to 2 hours. Last but not least, the
WHO suggests 75 to 150 minutes a week of vigorous or
moderate exercise.
 Theoritical Framework
This study is anchored by theory of personal communication between teachers
and learners in distance education. According to Holmberg, remote learning is
the verbal engagement between the learner and the host organization's tutor
or advisor. Motivation, empathy, non-contiguous communication, learner
autonomy, and interpersonal communication are the key ideas in his approach.
Holmberg utilizes the analogy of the dialogue to describe the didactic
discussion and derives seven postulates to explain how distant teachers should
connect with students to ensure true learning.
The Walberg theory, which aimed to explain student performance, also supports this
study. being conscios of the conditions and elements that influence it, as these provide hints as
to why a pupil isn't performing to their maximum potential. Their grades don't correspond to
their ability because of this. According to the notion

of educational productivity, learning is
influenced by four essential factors: environment, teaching, aptitude, and aptitude-based
learning (Exploring Your Mind, 2022).
 Theoritical Framework
Lastly, this study is also supported by the theory of academic
performance (ToP) that was developed by Elger (2007), who
defined "perform" as the capacity to generate a valuable outcome
and "performer" as a person or a group that collaborates, while the
level of performance was the place in the academic journey. Elger
(2007) asserts that there are six elements that make up
performance levels, including knowledge and skill levels, identity
levels, personal factors, and fixed factors. Elger also proposed three
axioms for effective performance, including the performer's mindset,
immersion in a stimulating environment, and participation in reflective
practice.
 Conceptual Framework
Presented in Figure 1 is the conceptual framework of the study. This survey will collect data on 3
independent variables. These included participant’s amount of sleep; amount of screen time;
and amount of physical activity/training. The data that will be gathered will be of great helpto
guide focused initiatives aiming at improving clinical procedures, curriculum, and medical
education.
 Definition of Terms

Medical Students. A person following a course of study leading to qualification as a doctor

of medicine (Collins, 2022). In this study, the term is operationally defined same with the
conceptual definition.
COVID-19 Pandemic. A pandemic is the worldwide spread of a new disease, such as a
new influenza virus or the coronavirus that causes COVID-19 (Health Direct Austrilia,
2022). In
this study, the term is operationally defined same with the conceptual definition.
Distance E-Learning. Students work online at home while the teacher assigns work and
checks in digitally (Applied Educational Systems, 2022). This term is used in this study to
refer to instruction or activities that are carried out virtually, such as taking classes online
utilizing the Google Meet or Zoom app.
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