„A Forced, Necessary Inconvenience” – Distance Learning in the COVID-19 Pandemic Situation from the Parents’ Perspective

Abstract

Parents involved in their child’s distance education process during the COVID-19 pandemic situation reflected on their acquired experiences and described them for this study. A qualitative analysis of 169 statements of respondents showed their critical attitude towards the way distance teaching is being implemented. Parents point out the inconveniences they face during their everyday help in their children’s learning process and organising family life. They assess the quality of remote teaching, highlighting its advantages and shortcomings. Respondents assess the teachers’ work thoroughly, appreciating their efforts but also pointing out deficiencies in their commitment and didactic skills. They emphasise the advantages of online teaching.

Keywords

• distance education
• parents
• child
• teachers
• COVID-19 pandemic