Readiness of Students in Flexible Learning Modality

Rodrigo Jr Licayan,Idul, Rocris Glenn R,Herrera, Angelli B,Bersano, Michelle S

doi:10.46966/ijae.v2i4.118

Abstract

This convergent-parallel mixed-methods study was conducted to examine students' readiness on flexible learning modality established in the local context based on Commission on Higher Education Memorandum Order No. 04 series of 2020 or the "Guidelines on the Implementation "Flexible Learning in the Philippines." A sample of 408 students participated in the study. The self-determination theory model and contextual approach to e-learning delivery (learning flexibility, online learning, study management, technology, modular learning, and online interaction) were used as theoretical underpinnings. Data collected using electronic surveys and information from semi-structured interviews were analyzed. The application of a descriptive survey confirms the low level of readiness among students. When compared across the population, the results provided no significant difference in the level of readiness among students when grouped according to sex and provided significant difference according to year level and Course. Interpreting the results together with qualitative analysis parallels the notion of difficulties among students in all dimensions of flexible learning. This research places the thrust of improving curriculum delivery by addressing flexible learning policies in the local context.

Highlights

A flexible learning modality is a global approach to education as the colleges and universities continue teaching and learning amidst the Covid-19 pandemic
This convergent-parallel mixed-methods study was conducted to examine students' readiness on flexible learning modality established in the local context based on Commission on Higher Education Memorandum Order No 04 series of 2020 or the "Guidelines on the Implementation "Flexible Learning in the Philippines." A sample of 408 students participated in the study
Results show that the level of readiness among students in flexible learning modality is low in all areas with learning flexibility (2.95), online learning (3.13), study management (2.96), technology (3.44), modular learning (2.72), and online interaction (2.98)

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Introduction

A flexible learning modality is a global approach to education as the colleges and universities continue teaching and learning amidst the Covid-19 pandemic. According to Aytac (2020), the nature of cognitivism, constructivism, and performance support towards the level of acceptance among students are highly manifested with many factors in terms of learning content, technology, mental health, and economic conditions. Equal access to education is a critical need, and this calls for equitable policies and guidelines in the implementation of flexible learning. The academic community should analyze and assess the disruptions caused by this pandemic, document the best methods, note the increased evidence-based practices, and boost higher education learning for students (Mukherjee & Hasan, 2020). Readiness requires a positive attitude to the platform, and readiness covers the maturity level of the learner, her/his interests, needs, attitudes, motives, pre-learning, abilities, and general health conditions. Readiness is the learner's state of being ready to learn physically, socially, and mentally (Hergurner, Son, Son, & Donmez, 2020)

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