The Impact of Online Teaching Experience during the COVID-19 Pandemic on Community College Faculty Attitudes toward Online Teaching and Their Teaching Practices

Abstract

The purpose of this dissertation was to investigate the impact of the rapid shift to online teaching during the COVID-19 pandemic on a community college. This study focused on examining the attitudes of the faculty towards online teaching and their teaching practices. Additionally, the study aimed to understand the impact of the rapid shift to online teaching on faculty preferences regarding instructional delivery modes. This study provides insights into the challenges faced by faculty during the shift to online teaching and their experiences in adapting to a new teaching format. This study also sheds light on the effectiveness of online teaching in a community college setting and identifies areas where further improvement is needed. The findings of this study can be used to inform future decisions regarding the delivery of instruction in community colleges and provide a basis for further research in this area.