The perceptions of primary school teachers of online learning during the covid-19 pandemic period: A case study in Indonesia

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Rasmitadila, Rusi Rusmiati Aliyyah, Reza Rachmadtullah, Achmad Samsudin, Ernawulan Syaodih, Muhammad Nurtanto, Anna Riana Suryanti Tambunan

2020 Journal of Ethnic and Cultural Studies Vol. 7 Issue 2 Article Cited by 485

Abstract

This study explores the perceptions of primary school teachers of online learning in a program developed in Indonesia called School from Home during the COVID-19 Pandemic. Data were collected through surveys and semi-structured interviews with 67 class teachers in primary schools. Data analysis used thematic analysis of qualitative data. The analysis results found four main themes, namely, instructional strategies, challenges, support, and motivation of teachers. This research contributes to the literature of online collaborative learning between teachers, parents, and schools that impact student success. Broadly, the success of online learning in Indonesia during the COVID-19 Pandemic was determined by the readiness of technology in line with the national humanist curriculum, support and collaboration from all stakeholders, including government, schools, teachers, parents and the community. © 2020, Florida Gulf Coast University. All rights reserved.

Affiliations

Universitas Djuanda, Jawa Barat, Indonesia; Department of Elementary School Teacher Education of Education Department, Universitas PGRI Adi Buana, Surabaya, Jawa Timur, Indonesia; Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia, Jawa Barat, Indonesia; Department of Mechanical Engineering Education, Faculty of Teaching dan Training Education, Universitas Sultan Ageng Tirtayasa, Banten, Indonesia; Universitas Negeri Medan, Medan, Indonesia