Parents&rsquo; Narratives as Home Learning Facilitators in the Modular Distance Learning

Junry  Esparar,; Xyzette  Ganza,; Analie  Almaiz,; Eden Joy  Nifras,; Rene  Erillo,; Jenelyn  Argamaso,; Blas  Tabayag Jr,; Elvie  Verde,; Romeo  Poyogao,; Angela  Malala,

Parents’ Narratives as Home Learning Facilitators in the Modular Distance Learning

Discipline: Education

Abstract:

This qualitative research studied and analyzed the parents’ narratives as Home Learning Facilitators in Modular Distance Learning. This study interviewed eighty-three (83) parents in Kabankalan City whose children are currently enrolled in Modular Distance Learning. Using the Phenomenological Method of Inquiry in gathering, coding, categorizing, and analyzing data, five major themes were derived from the study: (1) Difficulty in answering the modules, (2) Managing child’s behavior, (3) Time management and responsibilities, (4) Strategies and interventions, and (Self-realizations and reflection. Considering the careful analysis of the themes, the following conclusions were deduced: (a) modular distance learning was challenging in its first year of implementation due to several factors, (b) parents struggled to motivate and encourage their children, (c) parents struggled in balancing their work and facilitating learning, (d) parents creativity surfaced during the pandemic, and (e) parents realized the importance of commitment and full cooperation as important elements in the successful conduct of the Modular Distance Learning.

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