The shift from Open Distance Learning (ODL) to traditional on-campus education poses a significant challenge in the post-pandemic era, emphasising the importance of understanding student anxiety during this transition. This study investigates the factors contributing to post-pandemic anxiety among students transitioning from Open Distance Learning (ODL) to traditional or on-campus classroom settings at Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) Seremban. A cross-sectional quantitative survey was conducted among undergraduate students transitioning to face-to-face classes on campus starting in October 2022. Data were collected through structured questionnaires covering health concerns, financial stress, behavioural changes, and time management issues. Based on the analysis of 271 responses, it is evident that there is a significant correlation between anxiety and various factors, including health concerns and behavioural changes. The study highlights the increased levels of anxiety associated with health concerns, financial stress, and the challenges of adjusting to new social and academic norms in the aftermath of the pandemic. This indicates the need of holistic interventions such as mental health support, financial literacy, behavioural guidance, and time management training in reducing anxiety and ensuring a smooth transition back to in-person education. The findings offer valuable insights for educational institutions seeking to improve student well-being in the changing educational landscapes following the pandemic. Further studies are necessary to investigate other variables and personal attributes that may impact anxiety to create more focused interventions.
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Haris, S. M., Rahmat, M. Z., Zamri, M. A. F., Ahmad, N., & Amin, S. H. M. (2024). From Open Distance Learning (ODL) to On-Campus: Exploring Post-Pandemic Anxiety Among Students at UiTM Seremban. International Journal of Academic Research in Business and Social Sciences, 14(8), 2399–2407.
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