Impact of Work from Home (WFH) Model on Faculty Performance: A Study with Special Reference to Select Post Graduate Colleges in Hyderabad

The work from home model acted as an important operational buffer for the post-graduate colleges in Hyderabad during the pandemic, but when it was put into practice by instructors who were trying online education for the first time there were considerable drawbacks in terms of performance. Although it improved instructional autonomy and digital literacy, it at the same time lowered student engagement, increased administrative friction, and led to serious work-life imbalances. If people are to create a resilient higher education system, then leaders of institutions must not view virtual teaching as a straightforward substitute for face-to-face classes. On the contrary, they should set up hybrid systems that are supportive and well stocked with resources in order to safeguard the well-being of their faculty while at the same time maintaining the quality of education.

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