Level of Readiness and Challenges on the Expanded Implementation of Limited Face-To-Face Classesin Zone 3, Division of Zambales
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https://doi.org/10.11594/ijmaber.07.10.20Keywords:
Limited face-to-face classes, New normal education, Protection and well-being, Safe operations, Strategic plan, Teachers’ challenges, Teachers’ readiness, Teaching and learningAbstract
This study examined teachers’ readiness and challenges encountered in the expanded implementation of Limited Face-to-Face Classes in the new normal of education. A total of 326 teachers participated in the study. A quantitative descriptive research design was employed using a survey questionnaire to determine teachers’ readiness and challenges as bases for developing a strategic plan. The findings revealed that the typical teacher-respondents were female, in their early adulthood, Teacher I, with MA/MS units, adequate teaching experience, and minimal training related to the expanded implementation of Limited Face-to-Face Classes. The respondents perceived themselves as very much ready for the expanded implementation of Limited Face-to-Face Classes and agreed that they encountered challenges during its implementation. A significant difference was found in teachers’ level of readiness when grouped according to profile variables. No significant differences were found in the challenges encountered in terms of safe operations, teaching and learning, including marginalized learners, and protection and well-being when grouped according to profile variables, except for protection and well-being when grouped according to age. A significant relationship was also found between teachers’ readiness and the challenges encountered. A strategic plan was developed to address the identified challenges. School heads may strengthen partnerships with local government units and improve preparations for the implementation of Limited Face-to-Face Classes. Teachers may attend relevant training and seminars and strengthen coordination with parents of marginalized learners. School heads may also enhance plans for isolation facilities. Further studies may be conducted using wider samples and research locales.
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