COVID-19 and Education. Investigating Teachers' Strategies in Coping with Pandemic Impacts

Research Paper (postgraduate) from the year 2022 in the subject Pedagogy - The Teacher, Educational Leadership, , language: English, abstract: Investigating the crucial role of teachers in navigating the COVID-19 impacts on the education sector is the primary aim of this study, specifically within five selected schools in Loro CC, Oyam District.

The study seeks to identify teachers' responsibilities during the pandemic, understand the impact of COVID-19 on the education sector, evaluate teachers' strategies in coping with this impact, and propose potential solutions to support educators during such crises. Results demonstrated a significant commitment among teachers to assist learners in handling COVID-19 effects, affecting students, parents/guardians, and teachers in multiple ways. The analysis indicates that teachers were effectively performing their roles during the pandemic, underscoring the importance of their role in the educational infrastructure. The study employs a descriptive research survey, utilizing both qualitative and quantitative research methods, and offers informed conclusions and recommendations based on the findings.