Direct learning has migrated into online learning since the education sector is affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. One alternative to the online learning method is by implementing an online cooperative-jigsaw or virtual jigsaw. The study explores students' perceptions of virtual Jigsaw learning as an alternative model during the COVID-19 pandemic. The data were obtained through questionnaires given to the 25 students of science student-teachers at State Islamic University who have implemented the model. The perceptions to be seen are related to interest, effectivity based on the advantages and difficulties they have experienced, and syntax implementation during online learning using the Jigsaw model. The result indicates that most students showed positive perceptions and interest, also gained more advantages rather than difficulties. Moreover, the Jigsaw syntax is well-applicable though it runs online.