SLIIT International Conference on Advancements in Science and Humanities [SICASH]
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SLIIT International Conference on Advancements in Science and Humanities is organized by the Faculty of Humanities and Sciences of the Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology (SLIIT), the annual research multi-conference of the faculty.
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Publication Open Access Students’ Perceptions towards Learning English Online via Zoom: with Special Reference to Young Learners in an Urban Context(Department of Linguistics, Faculty of Humanities and Sciences, SLIIT, 2025-10-10) Jayaweera, CThe COVID-19 pandemic disrupted traditional education globally, prompting a rapid shift to online learning. In Sri Lanka, platforms such as Zoom introduced a new mode of instruction known as “Learn from Home,” especially for subjects like English as a Second Language (ESL). This study investigates the perceptions of Grade 11 students from one government and one international school in Nugegoda toward learning English online. Using a mixed-methods approach—comprising a structured Likert-scale questionnaire (n = 100) and semistructured interviews—the study explores students’ views on learning English online, particularly their experiences with the four language skills, and the influence of IT literacy and study time. Quantitative data were analyzed using One-Way ANOVA and post-hoc tests via SPSS, while qualitative data were thematically analyzed. Findings show that students with higher IT literacy and longer study hours reported more positive perceptions. Reading was the most positively perceived skill, while speaking and writing were the most challenging. Students appreciated some features of Zoom but expressed dissatisfaction with limited teacherattention and peer interaction. The study highlights the importance of digital readiness, interactive engagement, and skill-specific instructional strategies in online ESL learning, offering insights for educators and policymakers.Publication Open Access Coping amid Crisis: A Study of Field Midwives’ Resilience Strategies during the COVID-19 Pandemic, Sri Lanka(Faculty of Humanities and Sciences, SLIIT, 2023-11-01) Pathirana, J. M. P; Edirisinghe, N. P.; Amarasekara, T.D.The COVID-19 outbreak has significantly impacted people’s physical and mental health. The use of coping strategies plays a major role in combating psychological stressors. The aim of the study was to describe the use of coping strategies among field midwives (FMs). A descriptive crosssectional study was conducted among FMs in selected Medical Officer of Health (MOH) areas in the Matara district. Participants included FMs with at least six months of experience in the field, and those on maternity leave were excluded. Data were collected using a validated Brief COPE questionnaire and a pre-tested sociodemographic questionnaire. Data analysis was done using descriptive statistics. A total of 145 study participants had a mean age of 41.4±12.0. The majority of participants (64.8%) employed an avoidant coping style, while 44.8% utilized a problem-focused coping style, and 51% employed an emotion-focused coping style to maintain positivity in the face of challenges. The highest scores were reported on active coping, positive reframing, acceptance, and informational support, while the lowest scores were on substance use and humor. In conclusion, the majority of FMs used problem-focused approaches as a coping strategy during the COVID-19 outbreak. Health policymakers might use this data to have a basic understanding of FMs’ coping mechanisms.