Hassle and Tussle: The Challenges of Teachers in Carmen National High School

Abstract

This research paper provided a concise overview of the study that aimed to understand and address the challenges of teachers at Carmen National High School. The research aimed to explore the challenges of teachers, particularly how the prevailing obstacles significantly impacted their instructional capabilities. It entailed assessing in-person teaching experiences, coping strategies for challenges, improvement efforts, and insights gained from these encounters. Anchored in David Kolb's Experiential Theory, the study employed phenomenology to subjectively explore conscious experiences. It identified emerging themes among the challenges, coping mechanisms, and educational insights, shedding light on the complex landscape of teaching. Through participant responses, challenges such as understanding the different learning styles of students, staying up to date with learning technology, and the lack of effective communication with students were revealed. Coping mechanisms included creating engaging lesson plans for students as well as behavior and classroom management. Educational insights encompasshaving the right attitude in teaching,professional development, and acknowledging students’ characteristics. The conclusion discussed implications for stakeholders and proposed future directions for customized professional development, enhanced communication, and student-centered approaches, emphasizing the significance of fostering an inclusive, technology-enhanced learning environment and contributing to ongoing educational research.