Challenges of Technology Teacher Education Parents in In-Flex Modality

Abstract

To stem the development of the COVID-19 disease, most governments have temporarily halted educational institutions. When schools close, many children and teenagers miss critical social interactions for learning and growth (Crawford et al., 2020). Many countries use online communication apps to ensure communication between teachers and students. This study looked at parents' difficulties when homeschooling and assisting their teens/students in the In-flex Modality. This descriptive study gathered quantitative data from 104 parents whose children are in their third year of technology teacher education at the Department of Technology Teacher Education. The researchers used a purposive sampling method in selecting the respondents. The data was analyzed, and the results showed that their description of the household, financial support, gadgets available, and internet access has a significant relationship with the challenges parents face in homeschooling their teens. Researchers state that the mother is accountable mainly for social connectedness and collaboration, particularly for the education and assistance of children and teens. The Pearson Moment Correlation investigation revealed that maintaining schedules, keeping their teens' focus, and engaging in creative activities had significant relationships with the challenges parents face in homeschooling their teens. While parents are aware of their challenges in the present situation, they are still looking for adaptable ways to aid their adolescents. Education may fail if parents and teachers do not collaborate to promote their children's best interests. Since the parents' challenges were identified and proven, parents should incorporate their support to maintain quality education for the teens and help them build a relational understanding of their difficulties. Parents and teachers must collaborate to promote the best interests of their children's education.