Parents' Role in Online Learning by Elementary School Students During the COVID-19 Pandemic

Abstract

Parents and guardians play a crucial role in students’ online learning process. The current study describes the role of parents, examines the obstacles, and recommends solutions to overcome them from the COVID-19 standpoint. The study uses a phenomenological qualitative method and data were obtained through a questionnaire. The study population included parents/guardians of students of class VI-C SDN Pagerwojo. The results showed that the parents played an important role in supporting, caring for, and motivating students during the online learning process. The obstacles faced were providing all the necessary items for remote learning and the additional costs that came with it. The authors recommend parents and guardians carefully monitor their child’s online classes and provide them with the required learning materials and equipment. Keywords: role of guardians, online learning, constraints, solutions