Evolving trends of distance learning for basic education in Namibia: A parental perspective during Covid-19 lockdown

2021 ◽  
Vol 55 (1) ◽  
pp. 57-75
Author(s):  
Annaly M. Strauss ◽  
Keshni Bipath
Keyword(s):  
Distance Learning ◽  
Quantitative Analysis ◽  
Digital Literacy ◽  
Mixed Methods Research ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Qualitative Data ◽  
Basic Education ◽  
Digital Communities ◽  
E Learning ◽  
Analyse Data

Ingenious technology-driven education has become prevalent during the COVID-19 pandemic in schools. This article solicits pre-primary to Grade 12 learners' parents’/ guardians’ views and experiences of distance learning in Namibia during the COVID-19 lockdown. The study employs a mixed-methods research design to gather and analyse data. The analysis of the qualitative data revealed the following main themes: 1) Barriers to distance learning, and 2) Suggestions to overcome these challenges. The sub-themes were: 1) Communication, 2) Teaching and learning 3) Economic challenges, and 4) Materials and equipment. The results of a quantitative analysis revealed that 73,7% of the participating parents’ children had not received any form of education, and 23,7% affirmed that their children had received some education. 53% of the parents whose children had received an education were very dissatisfied. Therefore, the participating parents’  expectations of e-learning were not positively associated with the provision thereof. Lack of digital literacy prevented teachers from actively engaging with learners in digital communities.

Nastava u uslovima pandemije: klasifikacija uticajnih faktora na kvalitet e-nastave i percepciju zadovoljstva

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Biljana Đorić ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Distance Learning ◽  
Digital Literacy ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Technical Aspect ◽  
Influential Factors ◽  
Learning Tools ◽  
Learning And Teaching ◽  
E Learning ◽  
Affective Components ◽  
Specificity Of Learning

Education is just one aspect of life that has changed significantly as a result of the Covid 19 pandemic. Teachers around the world, at all levels of education, are facing the challenge of distance learning. Despite the readiness of teachers, students and their digital literacy, changed learning conditions and also other life circumstances, have an impact on the process and outcome of learning and teaching. Therefore, the aim of this paper is identification of the influencing factors in the context of distance learning. The paper presents an overview of the literature of relevant research published during the pandemic which deals with the examination of the quality of teaching and learning in pandemic conditions at different levels of education. Based on the analysis of the papers and the results of the conducted research, an overview and classification of influential factors related to the affective components of learning, as well as cognitive, but also other aspects of learning and teaching is given. The following categories of factors are identified: technical aspect of e-learning; perception of e-learning tools; motivation and cognitive factors, factors related to specificity of learning content, social factors, factors related to skills and readiness; time factor and external factors. Finally, the research and pedagogical implications produced from the literature review are given.

Analisis Keefektivitasan Pemanfaatan E-Learning Sebagai Media Pembelajaran Pendidikan Agama Islam Pada Masa Pandemi Corona (Covid-19)

2020 ◽  
Vol 7 (10) ◽  
pp. 875-894
Author(s):  
Yeni Yuliana
Keyword(s):  
Distance Learning ◽  
Religious Education ◽  
Computer Technology ◽  
Learning Process ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Quality Standards ◽  
Internet Technology ◽  
The Internet ◽  
Face To Face ◽  
E Learning

Abstract The internet can be made as a way to transfer knowledge from lecturers to students, while Learning that utilizes the internet is one of the E-Learning Learning media. E-learning is distance learning that utilizes computer technology or computer networks or the Internet E-learning, so that it can enable the learning process through computers in their respective places without having to physically go to attend classes or lectures in class, Systems e-learning learning is a new way of teaching and learning. E-learning as a special learning media PAI courses provide a very important role and a large function in the course because so far there are many shortcomings and weaknesses such as the limitations of space and time in the teaching and learning process through E-learning which prioritizes the efficiency of learning so students get full teaching even though they do not have to be face to face, can also be accessed anywhere, anytime, according to the assignments given by the lecturer usually scheduled with a specified deadline. The development of education towards e-learning is a must so that the quality standards of education can be improved, E-learning is one of the uses of internet technology in the delivery of learning and its broad reach. E-learning can also be an answer to a health problem that is Pandemic Corona (Covid-19) which is very influential also in every aspect of life, especially in education.Keywords: Effectiveness, Utilization, Islamic Religious Education, E-Learning, Covid 19. Abstrak Internet dapat dijadikan cara untuk mentransfer ilmu pengetahuan dari Dosen kepada mahasiswa/mahasiswi. Adapun Pembelajaran yang memanfaatkan internet salah satunya adalah media pembelajaran E-Learning. E-learning adalah pembelajaran jarak jauh (distance learning) yang memanfaatkan  teknologi komputer atau jaringan komputer atau internet E-learning, sehingga dapat  memungkinkan proses pembelajaran melalui komputer di tempat mereka  masing– masing tanpa harus secara fisik  pergi  mengikuti pelajaran atau pun  perkuliahan di kelas,  Sistem pembelajaran e-learning adalah cara baru dalam proses belajar mengajar. E-learning  sebagai   media pembelajaran khususnya mata kuliah PAI memberikan  peran   sangat   penting  dan fungsi yang besar pada mata kuliah tersebut karena selama  ini terdapat banyak  kekurangan  dan kelemahan seperti keterbatasan ruang dan waktu dalam  proses belajar  mengajar melalui E-learning yang  mengedepankan keefisienan dalam belajar sehingga  mahasiswa mendapat pengajaran yang penuh meski tidak harus bertatap muka, juga bisa di akses di mana saja, kapan saja,  sesuai dengan tugas yang diberikan oleh dosen biasanya terjadwal dengan  batas  waktu  yang  di tentukan. Pengembangan  pendidikan menuju e-learning merupakan suatu keharusan agar standar mutu pendidikan dapat ditingkatkan,  E-learning merupakan salah satu penggunaan teknologi internet dalam penyampaian  pembelajaran  serta  jangkauannya yang luas. E-learning  juga dapat menjadi jawaban dari suatu permasalahan kesehatan yaitu Pandemi Corona (Covid-19) ini yang sangat berpengaruh juga pada setiap aspek kehidupan terutama bidang pendidikan.Kata kunci  :  Keefektifitas, Pemanfaatan, Pendidikan Agama Islam,  E-Learning, Covid 19.  

Acknowledging the Distance Learner

2013 ◽  
pp. 242-254
Author(s):  
Trish Andrews
Keyword(s):  
Distance Learning ◽  
Information And Communication Technologies ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Learning Experience ◽  
Communication Technologies ◽  
Effective Learning ◽  
Distance Learner ◽  
Information And Communication ◽  
E Learning

The growth of e-learning, particularly distance learning via e-learning, is widely recognised as a significant factor influencing higher education in the 21st century. The rapid and ongoing uptake of Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) for teaching and learning, along with the recognition that increased student engagement can lead to more effective learning, is changing the way in which teaching and learning occurs in universities. This chapter suggests that the distance learner is frequently overlooked in the current climate when it comes to consideration of student needs and that current applications of ICT for distance learning raises questions about the quality of their learning experience. The chapter discusses the role of the student voice in understanding and addressing students’ needs in relation to the quality of their learning experience and suggests that greater attention needs to be paid to the distinct voice of the distance education student. The chapter provides some methodologies for collecting the student’s voice and gives consideration to how addressing the distance learners’ voice to enhance their learning experience might be most effectively accomplished.

scholarly journals Qualitative Insights from a Canadian Multi-institutional Research Study: In Search of Meaningful E-learning

2014 ◽  
Vol 5 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Lorraine M Carter ◽  
Vince Salyers ◽  
Sue Myers ◽  
Carol Hipfner ◽  
Caroline Hoffart ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Learning Environments ◽  
Mixed Methods Research ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Research Study ◽  
Instructional Technologies ◽  
Post Secondary ◽  
Face To Face ◽  
Institutional Infrastructure ◽  
E Learning ◽  
Groupes De Discussion

This paper reports the qualitative findings of a mixed methods research study conducted at three Canadian post-secondary institutions. Called the Meaningful E-learning or MEL project, the study was an exploration of the teaching and learning experiences of faculty and students as well as their perceptions of the benefits and challenges of e-learning. Importantly, e-learning was conceptualized as the integration of pedagogy, instructional technology, and the Internet into teaching and learning environments. Based on this definition, participants reflected on e-learning in relation to one or more of the following contexts: face-to-face (f2f) classrooms in which instructional technologies (e.g. learning management systems, video and web-conferencing, mobile devices, etc.) are used; blended or web-enhanced learning environments; and fully online learning environments. Data collected for the study included survey data (n=1377 for students, n=187 for faculty); narrative comments (n=269 for students, n=74 for faculty); and focus groups (n=16 for students, n=33 for faculty). The latter two sets of data comprise the basis of this paper. Four major themes emerged based on the responses of students and faculty. Represented by the acronym HIDI, the themes include human connection (H), IT support (I), design (D), and institutional infrastructure (I). These themes and sub-themes are presented in the paper as well as recommendations for educators and administrators who aspire to make e-learning a pedagogically meaningful experience for both learners and their teachers. Cet article présente les résultats qualitatifs d’une étude de recherche à méthodes mixtes menée dans trois établissements canadiens d’études supérieures. L’étude, intitulée « The Meaningful E-Learning » ou projet MEL, consistait en une exploration des expériences d’enseignement et d’apprentissage de professeurs et d’étudiants ainsi que leurs perceptions des avantages et des défis de l’apprentissage électronique. Chose importante, l’apprentissage électronique a été conceptualisé pour que soient intégrés la pédagogie, la technologie éducative et l’emploi d’internet pour former des environnements d’enseignement et d’apprentissage. Sur la base de cette définition, les participants se sont penchés sur l’apprentissage électronique par rapport à un ou plusieurs des contextes suivants : la salle de classe en situation de face-à-face, où des technologies éducatives (par ex. systèmes de gestion de l’apprentissage, vidéo-conférences et conférences web, appareils mobiles) sont utilisées, des environnements mixtes ou optimisés par le web et des environnements d’apprentissage entièrement en ligne. Les données recueillies lors de l’étude comprennent des données d’enquête (n=1377 pour les étudiants, n=187 pour les professeurs), des commentaires narratifs (n=269 pour les étudiants, n=74 pour les professeurs) ainsi que des groupes de discussion (n=16 pour les étudiants, n=33 pour les professeurs). Les deux derniers ensembles de données constituent la base de cet article. Quatre thèmes principaux ont été mis en lumière en fonction des réponses des étudiants et des professeurs. Représentés par l’acronyme HIDI, les thèmes comprennent la connexion humaine (H), le soutien par technologie de l’information (I), le design (D) et l’infrastructure institutionnelle (I). Ces thèmes et sous-thèmes sont présentés dans l’article et sont accompagnés d recommandations à l’intention des éducateurs et des administrateurs qui souhaitent faire de l’apprentissage électronique une expérience pédagogique significative tant pour les apprenants que pour leurs professeurs.

scholarly journals Pemenuhan Hak Pendidikan Dasar Di Kota Ambon Saat Pandemi Covid-19

SASI ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 27 (2) ◽  
pp. 196
Author(s):  
Lucia Charlota Octovina Tahamata ◽  
Welly Angela Riry
Keyword(s):  
Learning Process ◽  
Digital Literacy ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Basic Education ◽  
Literacy Skills ◽  
Learning System ◽  
Right To Education ◽  
Learning Methods ◽  
The Government ◽  
The Right

Fulfilling of the Right to Education is a part of Human Rights. The right to education has become important in line with government policies to work from home during the Covid 19 pandemic. During the Covid-19 pandemic the learning process uses two learning methods, namely the online method and the offline method. Two learning methods are used for learning but the process has not been implemented optimally by both teachers and students, there are always obstacles faced. The purpose of this study was to determine and study the fulfillment of the right to basic education during the Covid 19 pandemic. The authors conducted research at the Department of Education and Culture of Elementary Schools and Junior High Schools in Ambon City using empirical research methods, data collection techniques through interviews and observations to students. Based on the results of the research conducted, the authors found that the distance learning system in schools in Ambon City was not optimal due to facilities and infrastructure and mastery of technology. which is still low. Fulfilling the right to education requires the involvement of all parties, namely the government, educators, students and parents to work together in the teaching and learning process during the Covid-19 pandemic. The government, educators, students and educational administering institutions at a practical level must strive to develop learning methods with good digital literacy skills so that they need to be improved through trainings using media for online learning for both educators, students and parents

scholarly journals E-learning application Madrasah online learning solution in the middle of pandemic Covid-19 in Ma Negeri Insan Cendekia, Kendari

2020 ◽  
Vol 10 ◽  
pp. 107-114
Author(s):  
Husnul Khotimah ◽  
Husniyatus Salamah Zainiyati ◽  
Abdulloh Hamid ◽  
Abdul Basit
Keyword(s):  
Distance Learning ◽  
Learning Outcomes ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Learning Activities ◽  
Learning Material ◽  
Assessment Of Learning ◽  
Teachers And Students ◽  
E Learning ◽  
Internet Networks ◽  
Good Medium

This Research is a qualitative research that aims to determine the benefits of using E-Learning Madrasas as a medium of distance Learning when the Covid 19 pandemic in MAN Insan Scholar Kendari City. The results show that Madrasah E-learning is able to accommodate the needs of teachers and students in distance learning in the Covid 19 pandemic ranging from planning to evaluation, also facilitating the process of monitoring teacher performance in teaching and learning activities. Even Though there is no learning in the classroom as usual the teacher can still deliver learning material to students through the Madrasah E-Learning application. Students can also access learning material and still have an assessment of learning outcomes and end of semester assessment. Based on the results of the study it can be concluded that Madrasah E-Learning can be a good medium for distance Learning. As for the obstacles that are still being experienced are Internet networks that have not been stable in certain areas in remote Indonesia.

scholarly journals The role of the ICT teacher in e-learning-based teaching

2021 ◽  
Vol 26 ◽  
pp. 93-100
Author(s):  
Fetri Sukisworo ◽  
Marsono Marsono ◽  
Widiyanti Widiyanti
Keyword(s):  
Online Learning ◽  
Distance Learning ◽  
Learning Process ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Human Life ◽  
Face To Face ◽  
Use Of Technology ◽  
Learning Techniques ◽  
E Learning

The Covid-19 pandemic has had a fundamental impact on various aspects of humanity. Starting from attacking health, this pandemic has hit the education sector which is quite influential on human life. Enforcement of regulations while maintaining a distance of about one meter has implications for the education process in Indonesia. Therefore, the educational element must encourage the distance learning process. The term arises because it sees distance learning as an alternative to face-to-face methods so that education can always be held without controversy under any circumstances. This activity raises the use of technology that is used as teaching material for distance education. Distance learning techniques allow users to take advantage of technologies such as online learning. Teachers will be required to abandon using traditional techniques whose methods are somewhat indifferent. Online learning creates internet connectivity and the use of information technology in helping the teaching and learning process that can be applied in Google Classroom. In this article, researchers focus on using Google Classroom in the context of implementing distance learning during the Covid-19 pandemic.

scholarly journals Efektifitas E-Learning Madrasah dalam Pelaksanaan Pembelajaran Jarak Jauh Masa Pandemi Coronavirus Disease 2019 (Covid-19) di MIN 1 Rembang

2020 ◽  
Vol 4 (2) ◽  
pp. 73-85
Author(s):  
Shofaul Hikmah
Keyword(s):  
Distance Learning ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Learning Activities ◽  
Online Questionnaire ◽  
Safety And Health ◽  
Learning Technique ◽  
E Learning ◽  
Data Collection Technique ◽  
Design Case Study

Coronaviruse Disease 2019 (Covid-19) makes teaching and learning to be carried out remotely, to protect the safety and health of students from the threat of Covid-19. MIN 1 Rembang as an institution under the Ministry of Religion utilizes a distance learning application launched by the Ministry of Religion, namely Madrasah E-learning. This study aims to describe Distance Learning using Madrasah E-Learning for MIN 1 Rembang students. This study used a qualitative research method with a descriptive qualitative design (case study). The data collection technique used an online questionnaire using Microsoft Form. The results showed that the Madrasah E-learning application proved to be useful as a learning technique during the 2019 Coronavirus Disease Pandemic (Covid-19). This can be seen from the results of the questionnaire given to respondents on average showing that Madrasah E-Learning can be the main means and choice for the implementation of teaching and learning activities for MIN 1 Rembang students during the current Coronavirus Disease 2019 (Covid-19) pandemic.

scholarly journals Learning Profile at SD 3 Banjar Sari During the Covid-19 Pandemic

Educatio ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 15 (2) ◽  
pp. 21-30
Author(s):  
Linda Feni Haryati ◽  
◽  
Nursaptini Nursaptini ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Distance Learning ◽  
Learning Process ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Design Research ◽  
Basic Education ◽  
Education Levels ◽  
Learning At Home ◽  
The Republic ◽  
The Impact

Indonesia began to be affected by Covid-19 in early 2020, of course, this will give changes to all sectors of life. One sector that has also felt the impact is the education sector. On March 24, 2020, the Minister of Education and Culture of the Republic of Indonesia issued a government circular number 4 of 2020 concerning the Implementation of Education Policy in an Emergency for the Spread of COVID, by stipulating the provisions of the teaching and learning process starting from tertiary to basic education levels to be carried out online or learning at home. This distance learning course provides new challenges for teachers, students, and parents, in its implementation. This research aims to find out more clearly how the distance learning process and what obstacles are faced by teachers, students, and parents at SDN 3 Banjar Sari during the Covid-19 Pandemic. The method used in this research is qualitative research methods. This type of research uses a multi-case study design. Research results: the teacher has tried to do several learning methods, but until now there is no method that is considered the most effective in the teaching and learning process during the Covid-19 pandemic. Each method used by the teacher does not escape from various obstacles and shortcomings. Even so, teachers still try their best to carry out their duties in order to realize the goals of education

The Implementation of Formal Assessments in Intermediate Phase Mathematics at Primary Schools in South Africa

2021 ◽  
Vol 20 (8) ◽  
pp. 300-320
Author(s):  
Senzeni Sibanda ◽  
Awelani M Rambuda
Keyword(s):  
Social Constructivism ◽  
Primary Schools ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Basic Education ◽  
Intermediate Phase ◽  
Classroom Observation ◽  
Policy Statement ◽  
Mathematical Problems ◽  
Analyse Data ◽  
Observation Tools

The purpose of this research was to explore the implementation of formal assessments in intermediate phase mathematics at primary schools. The research was elicited by reports that assessment methods and procedures for tackling learners’ needs had been observed to be insufficient in South African schools. The study is grounded in Piaget’s cognitive constructivism and Vygotsky’s social constructivism. The researchers conducted document analysis of teachers’ portfolios which were purposefully selected. Nine teachers– three from each of Grades 4 to 6 were sampled. The portfolios were analysed to establish whether the implementation of the formal assessments was aligned with the Curriculum and Assessment Policy Statement requirements. A checklist was used to determine teachers’ implementation of formal assessment. Measures of central tendency were used to analyse data. The results revealed that teachers were not developing the abilities of learners in handling complex mathematical procedures as per the requirements of the policy. This implies that learners lacked the ability to break down mathematical problems into different factors or constituent parts. Learners were given a test instead of a project or investigation. Hence teachers were not promoting cooperative learning which is advocated by the policy. Therefore, teachers should be assisted by knowledgeable colleagues and subject advisors in their adoption and use of assessment. There must be a close examination of the classroom observation tools that are currently being utilised. Classroom observation assists teachers to improve their assessment strategies. The Department of Basic Education should supply tablets to primary schools to promote social constructive interaction amongst teachers and learners to enhance effective teaching and learning.

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