Implication of Parental Engagement to the Students in Home-School Learning
Jhoanna Marie A. Bejarin *
Department of Teacher Education, University of Mindanao Digos College, Philippines.
Rodeth Jane C. Quezada
Department of Teacher Education, University of Mindanao Digos College, Philippines.
*Author to whom correspondence should be addressed.
Abstract
Parental involvement in home-school learning also helps to strengthen the relationship, fosters greater autonomy and responsibility in children, and flexible learning experiences. This study used a descriptive-phenomenological study that divulged the context of home-school learning during the health crisis brought by COVID-19 among elementary pupils. Ten (10) Grade 4 pupils, currently enrolled in S.Y. 2021-2022 and who had been studying both before and during the pandemic, participated in the interview. Colaizzi's data analysis approach was later used to analyze the interview data. Findings indicated that elementary pupils have a variety of experiences in home-school learning and are also experiencing challenges in home-school learning. The study's findings also revealed the role of their parents during home-school learning by giving them a lot of time teaching the reading and constant follow-ups with their children. The different challenges and experiences in home-school learning were evident in the pupil's responses. Hence, the result of the study also revealed that the pupils had difficulty in reading and writing during home-school learning. Students can benefit from parental support and guidance, which can improve their motivation, attitudes, and communication skills.
Keywords: Parental involvement, blended learning, COVID-19, home-school, modular learning