Preservice teachers’ challenges of conducting research during distance learning amidst the COVID-19 pandemic

2023 IJRSE – Volume 12 Issue 8

Available Online:  25 December 2023

Author/s:

Catama, Bryan V.*
Saint Louis University, Baguio City, Philippines (bvcatama@slu.edu.ph)

Somebang, JC Vince M.
Saint Louis University, Baguio City, Philippines (2205718@slu.edu.ph)

Reyes, Maria Louegie B.
Saint Louis University, Baguio City, Philippines (2201516@slu.edu.ph)

Miguel, Clavelle B.
Saint Louis University, Baguio City, Philippines (2202914@slu.edu.ph)

Solis, Jenessa Faith A.
Saint Louis University, Baguio City, Philippines (2200633@slu.edu.ph)

Pallasigue, Jeyhella M.
Saint Louis University, Baguio City, Philippines (2202504@slu.edu.ph)

Lohan, Jamaica Lyn G.
Saint Louis University, Baguio City, Philippines (2204201@slu.edu.ph)

Marcelo, Jimboy D.
Saint Louis University, Baguio City, Philippines (2201842@slu.edu.ph)

Padilla, Eric Marion A.
Saint Louis University, Baguio City, Philippines (2192934@slu.edu.ph)

Abstract:

The COVID-19 pandemic has necessitated a shift to remote education, creating obstacles for preservice teachers in their research pursuits. This study examines the challenges preservice teachers face when conducting research during distance learning amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. Purposively selected preservice teachers from an institution in northern Philippines were interviewed, revealing challenges related to group dynamics, time disparities, technical dilemmas, and psychosocial struggles. These challenges impede effective collaboration, resource access, and motivation. The findings emphasize the necessity of targeted support programs, enhanced internet connectivity, accessible literature, and clear communication strategies to enhance the research experiences of preservice teachers. Addressing these challenges can improve research practices within distance learning environments.

Keywords: distance learning, preservice teachers, research challenges, remote education, COVID-19 pandemic

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DOI: https://doi.org/10.5861/ijrse.2023.75

Cite this article:
Catama, B. V., Somebang, J. V. M., Reyes, M. L. B., Miguel, C. B.., Solis, J. F. A, Pallasigue, J. M., Lohan, J. L. G., Marcelo, J. D., & Padilla, E. M. A. (2023). Preservice teachers’ challenges of conducting research during distance learning amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. International Journal of Research Studies in Education, 12(8), 135-148. https://doi.org/10.5861/ijrse.2023.75

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