International Journal of Scientific Research and Engineering Development

The rapid shift to online teaching during and after the COVID-19 pandemic has reshaped higher education, prompting critical reflection on its effectiveness in semi-rural contexts such as Koraput District, Odisha. This study investigates how undergraduate students in Koraput District, perceive online teaching, with particular attention to Bhairaba Degree Mahavidyalaya, Borigumma and Vikram Dev University, Jeypore. Using a descriptive cross-sectional survey, 60 students with prior exposure to online learning during or after the COVID-19 pandemic were purposively selected. Data were gathered through a structured questionnaire and analysed, applying both descriptive and inferential techniques. Results indicate that while students appreciated the flexibility of online classes, they encountered persistent barriers such as unstable internet, inadequate access to digital devices, and diminished interaction with faculty. Differences in perception were influenced by gender, academic discipline, and device type. Overall, the study underscores both the promise and constraints of online education in semirural settings, highlighting the urgent need for infrastructural improvements and digital capacity-building to strengthen higher education delivery.

Anupama Mishra, Dr.Manoranjan Pradhan,"Exploring Learners’ Perception on Online Teaching Practices in Higher Education across Koraput District of Odisha" International Journal of Scientific Research and Engineering Development, V9(2): Page(1875-1879) Mar-Apr 2026. ISSN: 2581-7175. www.ijsred.com. Published by Scientific and Academic Research Publishing.