Students' Perceptions Towards Offline Learning After Covid-19 Pandemic in English Education Department of UIN Ar-Raniry

This study investigates the perceptions of students towards offline learning following the COVID-19 pandemic, focusing on students in the English Education Department at UIN Ar-Raniry. Through semi-structured interviews with six participants, the research highlights a strong preference for offline learning due to its ability to foster enhanced engagement and motivation through direct interactions with lecturers and peers. However, the transition from online to offline learning posed significant challenges, including the need to readjust to structured schedules and re-establish social interactions that were diminished during the pandemic. To address these challenges, students implemented strategies such as improved time management, hybrid learning techniques, and seeking peer support. The findings emphasize the crucial role of institutional support in easing the transition back to offline learning and suggest that blending effective online practices with traditional teaching methods can significantly enrich the educational experience.