SOCIAL MEDIA EDUCATION AMONG ENGINEERING RESEARCH SCHOLARS IN KERALA DURING COVID 19 PANDEMIC

The Covid-19 pandemic triggered widespread global lockdowns, compelling nations to rethink educational paradigms. The India government suspended conventional educational activities, thrusting the nation into a digital transformation of higher education. The study investigates the profound shift towards e- learning, an educational modality that marries traditional classroom instruction with contemporary technology, catalyzing a paradigm shift in higher education. Within this evolving landscape, the research delves into the perspectives and experiences of engineering research scholars in Kerala, a cohort navigating the challenging terrain of e- learning. The study explores the shift to e-learning, combining traditional teaching with technology, driven by MOOCs with government support. The study examines learning platforms such as Google meet, balancing familiarity with privacy and security concerns and evaluates time constraints in e learning, how this affecting both students and educators. The study advocates a comprehensive approach to enhance online education quality, emphasizing the need for thorough planning and increased government involvement.