رياض الأطفال في دولة الكويت خلال جائحة كوفيد - 19 من وجهة نظر المعلمات: دراسة الظاهرة (الفينومينولوجي)

Abstract

Objectives: This study examines the lived experiences and the challenges of kindergarten teachers with Distance Learning during the repercussions of the COVID-19 pandemic in the State of Kuwait. Like many other regions, kindergarten schools were not exempted from challenges that emerged as a result of the impact of COVID-19. Methods: The study is based on phenomenology, which is a qualitative research design to highlight both the perspectives and experiences of eighteen kindergarten teachers during this time. Results: Findings suggest that there has been lack of assistance, support, sufficient planning, communication, inadequate curricula, and an absence of community support from the Ministry of Education. Furthermore, findings highlight a merging need to reframe Distance Learning in kindergarten. Conclusion: Suggested recommendations to support the findings focus on the inclusion of appropriate teacher training and online collaborations with schools and families that can help children have more efficient learning experiences.