Remote education: parents' challenges in teaching during the pandemic

Tittle: Remote education: parents' challenges in teaching during the pandemic

Journal volume & issue :

Vol. 21, no. Suppl 2

pp. 393-401 

Published in :Revista Brasileira de Saúde Materno Infantil

ISSN :

1519-3829 (Print)

1806-9304 (Online)

Publisher:

Instituto Materno Infantil de Pernambuco

Country of publisher:

Brazil

LCC subjects

Medicine: Gynecology and obstetrics

Research Objective

To characterize the teaching-learning process of children in early childhood taught by their parents and/or caregivers in remote educational mode, in different social contexts, during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Research Subject

Children in early childhood taught by their parents and/or caregivers in remote educational mode.

Research Time

During the COVID-19 pandemic.

Research Location

The study does not specify a single location but considers various social contexts, including specific mention of Brazil.

Research Reason

To understand the challenges and impacts of remote education on young children and their caregivers during the pandemic, especially in terms of educational systems and psychological effects.

Processing Data and Research Methods

-  Method : Bibliographic study

-  Approach : Qualitative research

-  Databases Used : VHL, Lilacs, and Scielo

- Descriptors Used : Children, Pandemic, Caregivers, Distance education, Mental health

- Sample Size : 35 materials

Research Results

- Various countries faced problems in their educational systems, which were exacerbated during the pandemic.

- In Brazil, the educational situation worsened.

- Schools are recommended to mitigate the impact of confinement by consolidating learned content and pausing new content, reducing pressure on parents and guardians.

- Caregivers often lack preparation, materials, and time, which complicates remote learning.

- Psychological impacts of remote learning include stress, fear, decreased performance, and frustration among all involved.

- Coping strategies focused on the problem can help prevent worsening mental health symptoms.

Conclusion

The study aims to promote future reflections on the theme through the lens of psychology.

Keywords

Children, Pandemic, Caregivers, Distance Education, Mental Health

Article Source: https://www.doaj.org/article/00e58c85be0843c68d99f54bccdb6a77