Parents’ Challenges and Academic Performance of Deaf and Hard of Hearing Learners in Modular Distance Learning During Covid 19 Pandemic

Lysleen Marrie Federicos, Cherma Lynn Chavez, Kia Era Mae Paro, Raymond Espina, Janine Joy Tenerife

Abstract

This study examines the challenges faced by parents of Deaf and Hard of Hearing (D/HH) learners in implementing modular distance learning (MDL) during the COVID-19 pandemic and explores the relationship between these challenges and the learners' academic performance. Utilizing a descriptive-correlational design, the research surveyed parents of D/HH learners from different educational levels, focusing on three key areas of challenge: management, content, and instruction. Findings indicate that parents encountered moderate challenges in instructional aspects, including limited sign language knowledge, time constraints, and difficulty maintaining student engagement. Content and management-related challenges were generally minimal. The statistical analysis revealed no significant correlation between parental challenges and the academic performance of D/HH learners, as all students maintained a "Satisfactory" performance level. These results suggest that, while parents experience obstacles in supporting MDL, these challenges do not significantly affect the academic outcomes of their children, possibly due to the structured nature of MDL materials. The study underscores the need for targeted support and accessible resources for parents to enhance instructional support, aiming to improve academic outcomes further. Recommendations include more tailored MDL resources, improved communication with teachers, and specialized training to better support the unique needs of D/HH learners.

https://doi.org/10.30071/wjher.4.4

Keywords

Deaf and Hard of Hearing (D/HH) learners, modular distance learning (MDL), parental challenges, academic performance, COVID-19 pandemic,

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Journal:  World Journal on Education and Humanities Research
Volume (Issue): 4(4) 
DOI: https://doi.org/10.30071/wjher.4.4
Pages: 225-237Published: 11-10-2024Published: 1-2024(c) 2024  Lysleen Marrie Federicos, Cherma Lynn Chavez, Kia Era Mae Paro, Raymond Espina, Janine Joy Tenerife
Open access: This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License.
How to CiteFedericos, L.M., Chavez, C.L., Paro, K.E., Espina, R., Tenerife, J.J. (2024). Parents’ Challenges and Academic Performance of Deaf and Hard of Hearing Learners in Modular Distance Learning During Covid 19 Pandemic. World Journal on Education and Humanities Research, 4(4), 225-237. https://doi.org/10.30071/wjher.4.4

Parents’ Challenges and Academic Performance of Deaf and Hard of Hearing Learners in Modular Distance Learning During Covid 19 Pandemic

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