Vol 9 No 1 (2015): Contemporary Issues in Online Teaching and Learning

Mahfudlah Fajrie
Islamic University of Nahdlatul Ulama Jepara

Abstract

This research is aimed at describing the implementation of learning and obstacles encountered in distance learning through self-study and tutorial system on S1
students of PGSD UPBJJ Indonesia Open University (UT) Demak. This research includes in field research with qualitative approach. The data source is the students
and lecturers of S1 PGSD UPBJJ UT of Demak regency. The collecting data is through observation, interviews and documentation. Interactive data analysis uses model and validity of the data with source triangulation. Results of the research is that the implementation of distance learning through self-study system to students of S1 PGSD UPBJJ UT of Demak has its own culture, namely students who learn at home use the module, form study groups and discussion forums. Learning tutorials for S1 PGSD is in one semester that consists of three courses and S1 PGSD BI is through tutorial learning system. Distance learning through self-study system is that it is less learning time for students because the majority of students are workers. In addition, students cannot manage the time between working and having college. In addition, there are any difficulties of learning module. Students also cannot ask questions to the tutor. That’s why among the obstacles on S1 students of PGSD UPBJJ UT of Demak are that tutor come late in arrival time and the score of coursesisintutor’sabsoluteright.