From Stress to Success: Exploring How Filipino Students Cope with Remote Learning Amid Covid-19 Pandemic

AUTHOR(S)

ALBERT F. TRAYA

ABSTRACT

—— Remote learning, especially in developing countries where resources are a real problem, poses overwhelming stress among the students amid the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic. This study aims to explore how 20 learners cope with remote learning amid the COVID-19 pandemic. It entailed a qualitative research design following a descriptive approach. The participants were purposively sampled Filipino students. An interview questionnaire method was employed to gather the needed information which was then subjected to content analysis. It emerged that the students employ the following coping strategies: looking for good space and time; borrowing learning resources; seeking support from peers; approaching the teachers; practicing time management; doing learning tasks ahead; extending the time for learning tasks; diverting attention; regulating the self; taking extra jobs; crying; and praying. With a global pandemic affecting learners of all grades, at times the situation can feel difficult to navigate. As more schools move towards remote learning, there can be some growing pains learners are feeling as the world adjusts. Here are a few insights of learners about remote learning in the coming academic year: convenience and comfortability, availability and affordability, technology and time, social interaction and stigma, teacher and school strategies, new roles and responsibilities for parents as co-teachers, increased parent-school communication, and community getting together. This study provides evidence as regards the contextual coping strategies of students in trying to succeed in remote learning amid a global crisis. The conclusions and recommendations are offered at the end of the paper. Keywords — Experiences, coping strategies, remote learning, COVID-19 pandemic, insights