Abstract
The COVID -19 pandemic has transformed our life and the age-old practices have come to a standstill and while the whole world is in chaos, the virtual world has answered the call. Educational practices have turned topsy turvy from traditional practices to virtual one. Technological organizations have been striving to support by sprucing up their existing online platforms, apps and providing training to educators. Besides, efforts have been made by Government [MHRD] and Non-governmental organisations to tackle the hiccup in the education system and bring about a smooth transition to the virtual world. Measures have been taken to update educators and stakeholders and adapt them to the changing scenario. Many educational institutions have shifted to virtual classrooms, using tools such as Zoom, Google Hangouts and Microsoft Teams, online resources and virtual platforms like Google Suite and You Tube videos. Teachers are forced to evolve new strategies to involve students in classes by changing the teaching pedagogy, feedbacks and constant monitoring. Still there are many pitfalls and drawbacks in assessment and grading. E-Learning using technology has not been accepted wholeheartedly by all, because it had been assumed that this method lacked the human element required in learning. Left with no other choice and after proper training virtual and flipped classrooms has been accepted by the masses. Results have shown that E-learning platforms are bringing a measurable difference in students' engagement and performance. It is providing a new dimension to the education space causing a shift in the education sector.
Keywords: Zoom, e-Learning, Hiher education, Online resources
