Nowadays, the attention of researchers is attracted by issues related to the study of the effectiveness of distance learning. And there is also an ongoing discussion about the disadvantages and advantages of the methods that are used in online training during quarantine. The purpose of the study was to conduct an anonymous survey of the 1st year students of the English-language form of study, in order to identify the objective attitude of students to distance learning during quarantine and to determine its advantages and disadvantages, taking into account the proposals from foreign students. Materials and methods. The study was carried out among the 1st year English-speaking students of the International Faculty about the online form of education, during quarantine, using the questionnaire "Distance learning during quarantine" developed by the psychologist T.M. Klimach. The questionnaire contained 10 questions that had one or more correct answers (at the request of the students). 50 students took part in the survey. Results and discussion. As a result of the study, it was established that the majority of students are aware of the seriousness of the epidemiological situation and the need for online learning. The most conscientious part of the respondents blamed themselves for the difficulties of distance learning, pointing out self-discipline and a serious attitude to learning as the basis for success. Among the advantages of distance learning, students noted an additional incentive and new opportunities for self-education and an increase in the time free from classes. And the disadvantages of the distance form are considered excessive workload and lack of personal contact with teachers. Among the proposals for improving the organization of distance learning, students focused on reducing the volume and complexity of tasks, increasing the teacher's explanations during classes, as well as using the algorithmization of educational material and the learning process. Conclusion. In a survey of foreign students, it was determined that the organization of distance learning at Poltava State Medical University received a positive assessment. Some students noted the support of teachers and saw new opportunities for themselves to acquire knowledge. Most respondents blamed self-discipline and a serious attitude to learning for the difficulties of distance learning
Keywords: distance learning, foreign students, teachers, quarantine, quality of education, questionnaire
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