The COVID-19 pandemic has caused significant changes in education, including the shift to online or hybrid formats for science laboratory sessions. This study utilized Learning Analytics (LA) from 2021/2 to 2023/4 academic year to examine how science students' learning patterns were affected during and after COVID isolation. The findings indicated that a selected laboratory subject, which was was re-designed using group project as alternative assessments, can beneficial for student learning and engagement. The study found that students' performance was higher in the F2F mode of delivery and that alternative assessment methods enhanced students' learning experience and understanding. Additionally, the use of GenAI-empowered videos was found to enhance students' learning experiences in science labs. Further research is needed to confirm these findings and explore their implications for science education in a post-pandemic context. Preliminary findings suggest that around 65% of students found the GenAI-empowered videos helpful in understanding the subject matter. Further research is needed to confirm these findings and explore their implications for science education in a post-pandemic context.

Authors:
Kim Hung Lam, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hong Kong
Dawn Lo, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hong Kong
Chun Sang Chan, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hong Kong

About the Presenter(s)
Dr Kim Hung Joe Lam is Lecturer working in Department of ABCT, Faculty of Science, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University. He focuses on science education and the impact of digital technology and pedagogy on students' learning

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