Abstract

Objectives This study is to explore the experiences of two early childhood teachers on the use of video media in remote classes in the COVID-19 situation. Methods For this study, two teachers of J kindergarten were targeted. Data were collected through in-depth interviews from December 28, 2020 to June 1, 2021. Data analysis was conducted as an inductive analysis method in which meaningful parts were divided in order to derive meanings from the original data, the keywords were created, and the research axis was formed by nomadizing them. Results As a result the study, early childhood teachers did 1) Utilizing the contents of ‘play-on’, 2) providing the same learning experience with video media, 3) providing video to guide simple activities, 4) creating video content that stimulates immersion and curiosity, 5) providing videos that enable discussion and thinking to conduct remote classes. Through the remote classes experience in the COVID-19 situation, early childhood teachers requested the need for pre-teacher education; 1) developing video content production skills, 2) developing remote learning skills through simulated instruction, 3) developing early childhood-led distance learning research capabilities, and 4) developing flexible coping skills to solve problems. Conclusions This study suggests the direction of pre-service teacher education to prepare for crisis situations by exploring early childhood education in crisis situations.

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