Challenges Encountered by Parents in the Education of their Children during COVID-19 Pandemic

Abstract

This study described the challenges encountered by the 100 selected parents in the education of their children, enrolled at the primary level, during the COVID-19 Pandemic. Based on the survey conducted, most of the parents preferred online distance learning for the education of their children. As to the facilities used in distance learning, 96% of the respondents have an internet connection, and 89% utilized Wi-Fi to have internet access at home. Personal computers were the most used gadget in the studies of their children. The main challenges encountered by the parents were: lack or limited access to the internet and the poor internet connection in the Area. As to the quality of printed modules, there are items that are not readable and some colors of the figures are not appropriate.