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Students on Modular Distance Learning at Pampanga High
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Science/Technology (George Mason University)
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EDUCATION DURING PANDEMIC: CHALLENGES OF GRADE 11 STUDENTS ON
MODULAR DISTANCE LEARNING MODALITIES AT PHS
A Research
Presented to the Senior High School Department
Pampanga High School, City of San Fernando, Pampanga
In Partial Fulfillment of Requirements
In Practical Research 1
Janry O. Quidlat
11 – STEM G
June 2021
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Acknowledgement
The researcher wishes to express his heartfelt gratitude to all who generously and unselfishly
gave their knowledge, time, and assistance in the accomplishment of this work. In addition, the
researcher wishes to express his heartfelt gratitude to a number of significant individuals who
generously contributed their love, care, and support. If not because of these, this research could
have never been possibly materialized.
Ma'am Kris L. Abayon, the researcher's adviser, inspired the researcher to be constant,
patient, and driven to complete this study with her intellectual comments and helpful instructions.
The researcher wishes to express his gratitude for her unwavering support and direction along this
trip.
To the Researcher’s friends and colleagues, thank you for your cooperation, support, and
advice through this entire process.
Nobody has been more important to me to pursuit this study than the members of my family.
I would like to thank my parents, whose love and guidance are with me in whatever i pursue. They
are the ultimate role models.
Above all, to our Almighty God, the source of all things, who provided the researcher with
the power and insight that enabled the study to be conducted and materialized. All honour and
glory to God!
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Abstract
This phenomenological research inquired into the Challenges of Grade 11 students on
Modular Distance Learning in public senior high school (SHS) based from the experience and
perception of 5 SHS learners at the Pampanga High School. The study made used of a researcherdeveloped semi-structured, open-ended interviews with the participants. Data gathered were
analyzed via thematic analysis.
Overall findings show that Grade 11 students' views and perceptions of modular distance
learning differ, with some believing that it is ineffective since they did not learn anything from it,
particularly those who require assistance when learning, which leads to self-sufficiency. Others
believe it is an effective modality, despite the fact that they faced numerous challenges and
difficulties, including a communication barrier between teachers and students. On the other hand
Modular Distance Learning in the time of pandemic has its Advantages and Disadvantages in every
students which are; Advantages: More cheaper, less time consuming, being more productive since
your time is in your hand, being more disciplined, and challenged every students interms of
teaching themselves which leads to; Disadvantages: Modular Distance Learning causes Grade 11
students to rely on themselves in their learnings, Poor School Management, Time Consuming and
Poor study habits. Also Modular Distance Learning causes to manage/deal with this challenges.
Students uses different technique to manage their time properly and they become more responsible
and disciplined compared in face to face class. Students experienced a lot of change and learned
valuable life lessons. This then study concludes that the effectiveness of Modular Distance
Learning depends on Grade 11 students own encounter, which allow him/her to assess how well
Modular Distance Learning goes, considering the factors and other concerns affecting it. They
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directly affected by the change and challenges brought by the Modular Distance Learning in the
time of pandemic, on the other hand this Advantages and Disadvantages have positive and also
negative effect in their study. Also Modular Distance Learning causes students to have plans and
proper time management, and having and having self-discipline. They have been directly impacted
by the pandemic's changes and problems, as well as Modular Distance Learning, and learned their
lessons in overcome this issue.
This study recommends the school authorities to hear the voices of Grade 11 students to
thoroughly asses the effectiveness of Modular Distance Learning Modality at Pampanga High
School in order for them to go over the room for improvements and serve the best quality education
that every Grade 11 students truly deserve. Grade 11 students are encouraged to adapt and adjust
in the new normal education for the students to find ways to surpass these obstacles. It also
recommends the teachers and School authorities interms to the quality of the SiPacks and vague
feedbacks from the teachers. Pampanga High School authorities encouraged to guide the Grade 11
students in a way where they can feel the authenticity and essence of what they are learning by
building positive relationships between students and professors and having progressive teaching
and learning methodologies. Lastly, Grade 11 students encouraged to use the values they learned
in Modular Distance Learning even when we are back in the normal setting.
Keywords: Distance learning modalities, modular approach in learning, modular approach in
learning, Education in COVID-19 pandemic
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Page
Title Page………………………………………………………………………………....... 1
Acknowledgement…………………………………………………………………………. 2
Abstract…………………………………………………………………………………….. 3
Table of Contents…………………………………………………………………………... 5
Introduction………………………………………………………………………………… 7
Background of the Study……………………………………………………………. 7
Literature Review…………………………………………………………………… 9
Statement of the Problem……………………………………………………………. 12
Scope and Limitation………………………………………………………………... 12
Significance of the Study……………………………………………............…………13
Definition of Terms…………………………………………………………………. 13
Methodology……………………………………………………………………………….. 15
Data Collection……………………………………………………………………… 19
Ethical Issues………………………………………………………………………... 20
Data Analysis………………………………………………………………………... 20
Findings and Discussion……………………………………………...........................................21
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Findings……………………………………………………………………………... 21
Discussion…………………………………………………………………………… 27
Summary of Findings, Conclusion and Recommendations………………………………... 31
Summary of Findings……………………………………………………………...... 31
Conclusion…………………………………………………………………………... 33
Recommendations…………………………………………………………………… 33
Appendices………………………………………………………………………………… 34
References…………………………………………………………………………………. 54
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INTRODUCTION
Background of the Study
Following the first detection of Coronavirus (Covid-19) in December 2019, the World
Health Organization (WHO) proclaimed Covid-19 to be a global pandemic in March 2020,
warning of the virus's high contagiousness ( WHO, 2020).It has quickly touched thousands of
individuals, who are sick or dying as a result of the disease's spread. The COVID-19 epidemic
also caused considerable disruption, including travel restrictions, school closures, and a global
economic downturn.
This pandemic struck hard and disrupted many aspects of our lives, including education.
As a result of the Covid- 19 outbreak, education was disrupted. To slow the spread of the virus
and prevent infections, most countries have temporarily closed educational facilities (UNESCO,
2020). In the educational context, the new normal should be considered in the formulation and
execution of the "new normal educational policy" in order to maintain and offer excellent
education despite lockdown and community quarantine (Tria, 2020).
Modular Distance Learning has been introduced as an expedient solution to ensure
educational continuity as a result of the pandemic. The most common type of distance learning is
modular learning. According to a survey done by the Department of Education (DepEd), learning
through printed and digital modules emerged as the most desired distance learning mode among
most Filipino parents and students. This also takes into account learners in remote locations who
do not have access to the internet for online learning.
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As the school year progress from its opening, more and more challenges were
encountered in to day-to-day delivery of basic education services. Distance education is defined
as “any educational process in which all or most of the teaching is conducted by someone
removed in space and/or time from the learner, with the effect that all or most of the
communication between teachers and learners is through an artificial medium, either electronic
or print” (UNESCO, 2002). Not all learners have the opportunity to acclimate to the new regular
educational approach.
Although it may appear that practically everyone has access to the internet, a staggering
proportion of families do not have fast or dependable internet connections. In the Philippines,
around 60% of households do not have access to the internet. That means millions of students are
being left behind ( Santos, 2020).
Despite the fact that PHS's modular distance learning program is modular, students still
require internet access for incomprehensible lessons, teacher updates/meetings to guide students,
research, and other objectives. Not all pupils can learn on their own; they require more
discipline, self-motivation, and time management. Nearly 4 million kids were unable to enroll for
the current school year, according to data from the Department of Education (DepEd). "Many of
the children who were not able to enroll last year could end up missing even more time out of
school or worse, drop out completely for one reason or another” (Angara, 2021).
Due to financial inability, a lack of technology equipment, family obligations, a lack of
personal desire, and the high expense of education or financial concerns, many students are
losing hope of acquiring an education now that there is a pandemic.
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The goal of this research was to see how the pandemic affected students' life on a daily
basis. Here you may discover how much Covid-19 has impacted students' lives. It also
demonstrates the challenges that teachers, parents, and students experience when utilizing
Modular Distance Learning.
In addition, to assess the tactics, interventions, or solutions utilized by educational
institutions and the government to aid students, parents, and teachers dealing with emerging
learning modalities.
Literature Review
Before beginning the investigation, the researcher gathered reviews of relevant literature
and studies in order to gain a better understanding of the subject. The output's elements or
variables are elaborated and explained in this section of the research. This primarily focuses on
the frequent obstacles that Grade 11 students have when it comes to modular distance learning,
how the pandemic has changed people's life on a daily basis, and the difficulties that teachers and
parents face while putting modular distance learning into practice.
The COVID-19 pandemic has altered the course of history. The virus's nature, particularly
how it spreads, has changed human behaviour, relationships, and lifestyles, as well as the
economic, political, and cultural landscapes of societies all over the world. It has also
exacerbated poverty, discrimination, and inequalities in many parts of the world, not only
because COVID-19 appears to be affecting poorer communities more than richer communities,
but also as a result of the measures taken by states to control the virus's spread, primarily by
restricting freedom of movement through the imposition of community quarantine, lockdowns,
and curfews in parts of the world (Simbulan, 2020).
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Higher education institutions (HEIs), both public and private, have also had to adjust to the
new situation where face-to-face interaction and mass gatherings are prohibited. According to
(Deped, 2021) the most prevalent form of distance learning for K-12 pupils is "modular
learning," in which students print out class modules to study on their own and submit to teachers
for marking. Despite the time and effort spent printing materials, Grade 11 students and teachers
are expected to be available for consultations online (typically via Facebook Messenger) or by
SMS. This necessitates the use of a laptop and access to the internet, both of which are out of
reach for many public school teachers and students. Many students still use the internet to
complement their research for more difficult tasks. Given that nearly 20% of the 6.5 million
students who have access to the internet utilize computer cafes or other public venues, this is an
issue, according to a DepEd survey. Worse, 2.8 million students have no access to the internet.
This is especially prevalent in rural areas, which account for 53% of the population and where
both internet connection and speed can be difficult to come by (Santos, 2020). The shift to selflearning modules and remote or distance learning, combined with the country's expensive but
slow internet connectivity, puts a strain on families' ability to afford the additional costs of this
type of education. While there have always been evident educational inequalities, the pandemic
has brought to light a new one: access to education for those who can afford it vs those who can't
(OECD, 2020). Because they lack financial assistance and must prioritize employment for their
families, many young people are unable to study during the pandemic. Poor time management is
one of the most serious problems that online students face. Poor time management can be caused
by a lack of a timetable, too many distractions, and multitasking. Lack of a specific work space is
another factor that might lead to poor time management (Sellers, 2021). Due to a lack of sleep
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and time to answer modules as a result of poor time management, many students are late in
passing outputs and frequently drop grades.
The pandemic that forced us to stay indoors is starting to take its toll on our mental health
(Keziel, 2020). In a generation where many people have died as a result of depression, younger
students are considering giving up and taking their own lives. Many posts on social media about
students committing suicide because they can't bear the pressure that the new normal has placed
on them were seen by the researcher. They are having difficulty answering their modules
because their lecturers are not at their side. When students complete their modules at home, a lot
of strain can build up. Because of the lack of tranquillity in their surroundings, students may
acquire anxiety. Especially those pupils who have other duties besides schoolwork, and those
who do not have parental assistance and must study on their own.
Administrative issues, academic skills, social interactions, technological skills, learner
encouragement, time and support for studies, expense, and internet access and technical
problems are among the common challenges students face while studying during the COVID-19
pandemic, according to the aforementioned literatures and studies. Furthermore, these difficulties
have a negative impact on students' psychological, emotional, behavioural, and social well-being,
which has an impact on their academic performance. These were helpful to the researcher
because they made intelligible connections between Grade 11 students' experiences while
studying during the COVID-19 pandemic.
The researcher believe that this research may serve as a springboard for potential changes
to existing school programs and recommendations for implementing modular distance learning.
It could be used to instruct future students and teachers so that they are prepared and know what
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to do in the event of another pandemic. It can also be utilized to broaden one's horizons, solve
difficulties, and make learning more accessible, regardless of the type of distance learning used.
Statement of the Problem
This study primarily aims to look into the challenges that Grade 11 students face while
using modular distance learning modalities at PHS. The following are the study's objectives
1. What is their perceptions regarding the modular distance learning in this time of Pandemic?
2. What are the gains and challenges they encountered?
3. How do they manage/deal these challenges?
4. What are the value/life lessons that they experienced on modular distance learning in this time
of pandemic?
Scope and Limitation
The research will take place just at Pampanga High School. The study's target levels are all
grade 11 students who are enrolled in modular online learning. It is designed for this research to
probe on how the pandemic impacted student's live on a regular basis, what are the difficulties
faced by teachers, parents, and students when implementing Modular Distance Learning and
lastly to determine the life lessons they experienced on modular distance learning. Students bad
behaviour towards teachers are henceforth, not a particular in this research.
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Significance of the Study
This study entitled "Education During Pandemic: Challenges of Grade 11 Students on
Modular Distance Learning Modalities at PHS" is being created to benefit the following:
Grade 11 Students: the study will benefit the senior high school grade 11 students because they
are the subject of this research and will lead them to an advise if there's a negative implication.
Teachers: This research will benefit the teachers for the purpose of having knowledge about
challenges of grade 11 students on modular distance learning modalities. They are expose to
students everyday online, they can make an advice after the result was concluded.
Parents: This research will benefit the parents for them to know if they need to be patient, focus,
and acknowledge their children’s effort.
School Programs: This research will benefit the school programs for potential changes and
recommendations for implementing modular distance learning
Potential Teachers/Students: This research could be used as a tool to educate potential
teachers/students so that they are trained and know what to do in the event of another pandemic.
Definition of Terms
The following are the conceptual and operational definitions of significant terms used in
this study.
Change - to become different some things never change. 2 : to undergo transformation,
transition, or substitution winter changed to spring.
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Experience - the process of doing and seeing things and of having things happen to you. : skill
or knowledge that you get by doing something. : the length of time that you have spent doing
something (such as a particular job)
Coronavirus disease ( COVID-19) - any of a family (Coronaviridae) of large single-stranded
RNA viruses that have a lipid envelope studded with club-shaped spike proteins, infect birds and
many mammals including humans, and include the causative agents of MERS, SARS, and
COVID-19.
Pandemic - occurring over a wide geographic area (such as multiple countries or continents) and
typically affecting a significant proportion of the population.
Perception - awareness of the elements of environment through physical sensation.
Disruption - the act or process of disrupting something : a break or interruption in the normal
course or continuation of some activity, process, etc.
Challenge - to arouse or stimulate especially by presenting with difficulties.
Time management - the process of organizing and planning how to divide your time between
specific activities. Good time management enables you to work smarter – not harder – so that
you get more done in less time, even when time is tight and pressures are high.
Discipline. the practice of training people to obey rules or a code of behavior, using punishment
to correct disobedience.
Gain - obtain or secure (something desired, favorable, or profitable).
Distance - an amount of space between two things or people.
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Alternative - offering or expressing a choice
Education - the process of facilitating learning, or the acquisition of knowledge, skills, values,
morals, beliefs, and habits. Educational methods include teaching, training, storytelling,
discussion and directed research.
Module - a unit, chapter, topic, or segment of instruction. It is a standard unit or instructional
section of your course that is a “self-contained” chunk of instruction.Impact - have a strong
effect on someone or something.
METHODOLOGY
Qualitative research is a sort of social science research that uses non-numerical data to
collect information. It aims to derive meaning from this data by focusing on specific populations
or locations to better understand social life (Bhandari, 2020). This is done to figure out what the
underlying reasoning, opinions, and motivations are. Qualitative research can also be used to
identify patterns in people's thoughts and attitudes. Furthermore, it delves deeper into the issue
(Pathak, 2013). Unstructured and semi-structured procedures are used in qualitative data collection
(Jayaraman, 2020). In accordance to this, there are several steps on how to use this kind of research
which are (1) Determine research questions; actionable qualitative research relies on focused
inquiries, (2) Plan the Research, Getting user feedback rather than simply internal conversations
is an important first step, (3) Gather information, The qualitative researcher should function as an
unobtrusive observer with little influence over the surroundings being observed, (4) Examine the
data, The process of translating utterances into actionable insights is sped up by creating a system
for coding actions and notable phrases, (5) Generate Findings, which entails synthesizing the
voluminous notes, movies, and artifacts, (6) Validate findings and lastly, (7) While information is
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received sequentially from each participant, it is better to report the data as an inverted pyramid
by issue. This form of study was chosen by the researcher in order to better understand and
empathize with their subjects. In comparison to closed-ended questions, they will be able to collect
data of greater depth and complexity. The researcher will do qualitative research to elicit the
responses' opinions, thoughts, and feelings. It will provide perspectives on many issues and aid in
the development of concepts or hypotheses for future quantitative study ( Austin and Sutton, 2014).
Phenomenology was employed as the research design in this study. Phenomenology is a qualitative
research approach that focuses on a group's living experiences and perceptions. The major goal of
this study is to come up with a description of the nature of a certain phenomena (Smith, 2013). It
also investigates a person's experiences and assists us in comprehending the meaning of people's
lived experiences. Because the researcher was looking into the issues that Grade 11 students
confront when using modular distant learning modalities at PHS, phenomenology was a suitable
choice for this study.
There will be 5 participants who are Grade 11 students and enrolled in modular distance
learning located at Pampanga High School. They will be selected via purposive sampling method
with the following criteria: (1) The participants must be a Grade 11 student, (2) The participants
must be enrolled in modular distance learning. In the with this, Purposive sampling, also known
as judgmental, selective, or subjective sampling, is a type of non-probability sampling in which
researchers choose people of the public to participate in their study based on their own judgment
( Alchemer, 2021). This form of sampling approach will be used by the researcher since it focuses
on certain features of a population that are of interest, making it easier to answer research
questions. The researchers chose a semi structured interview guide as the instrument. To collect
qualitative data that is both credible and comparable.
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The researcher will collect trustworthy and comparable qualitative data utilizing a semistructured interview guide for the instrument. Due to Covid 19 going out is prohibited, it can spread
anywhere where you may come into close contact with an infected person. The virus spreads
mainly via respiratory droplets that are released from an infected person through coughing,
sneezing, talking or singing, which then get into the mouth, nose or eyes of people who are nearby.
Short-range airborne (or aerosol) transmission may also be possible, particularly in poorly
ventilated, crowded indoor places. People may also become infected by touching their mouth, nose
or eyes, after touching surfaces contaminated with the virus ( UNICEF, 2020). Because of this,
data will be collected via ( Zoom, Teleconference, Google meet, Messenger, etc.). Because of the
advanced technologies we have today, this alternative interview set up is just as effective as a faceto-face interview for this study. It's also precise, accurate, and allows the researcher to have
interviewers gather detailed information about attitudes and behavior toward this topic, which will
greatly aid the data collection process. According to (Miamioh, 2016), the validity of an instrument
is the extent to which it measures what it is supposed to measure and behaves as it is planned to
function. Validity was sought through the ability of questions that lasted through the examination
and interaction with our research teacher in order to obtain appropriate data for this study.
The researcher will begin collecting data by delivering an official letter of request to the
Pampanga High School principal, who will then forward it to the advisers, and finally to the study
participants, who are Grade 11 students engaged in modular distance learning. After getting the
acceptance invitation to study participants, the teacher and department head must sign the
instrument validation before data collection can begin. The researchers will use a semi-structured
interview guide that they have produced as their tool. Participants will respond during their
vacant/free time in accordance with the Department of Education's (DepEd) non-disruption of
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classes policy, which is the DO 9, s. 2005-instituting measures to improve engaged time on task
and guaranteeing compliance.
Ethical considerations are an important part of every study. The researcher must comply in
order to promote the research's goal of conveying accurate knowledge, facts, and the avoidance of
errors. Accountability, trust, mutual respect, and fairness are all principles that must be shared by
all participants in a study ( Žukauskas, 2018). The researcher ensured that the participants in this
planned study were provided a consent of participation form. Furthermore, the researchers verified
that fair chances from the list of criteria were offered to the respondents in order to determine who
among them was competent to participate in the study. Furthermore, all participants are guaranteed
privacy and secrecy as an indication of the feasibility of the research as well as the need of
maintaining a trustworthy connection with the respondents to avoid information leaking.
The researcher require the goals of participants' qualification since they are required to
submit certain information in the study, thus the following are required: Participants must be Grade
11 students enrolled in Pampanga High School's modular distance learning program. Thematic
analysis is a flexible data analysis strategy used by qualitative researchers to extract themes from
interview data. Because there is no specific research design linked with thematic analysis, it can
be used for a variety of purposes, including case studies, phenomenology, general qualitative, and
narrative inquiry, to mention a few. Because the procedures are simple to follow but rigorous
enough to create relevant discoveries from the data, this data analysis approach is ideal for both
novice and professional qualitative researchers ( Nowell et al., 2017). The gathered data will be
analyzed using coding, categorization, and topical analysis. The gathered data will be analyzed
using coding, categorization, and topical analysis. The specialists used names to the appropriate
responses of the participants in coding the gathered data; these marks fill in as the acknowledged
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reactions to fulfill the data emphasized by the investigation. The scientists met with the
respondents for approval after designating the surrendered replies in order to ensure the accuracy
and consistency of the data obtained.
Data Collection
In this section will state the sequence on how the researcher collect the data. The researcher
was in responsibility of writing the questions and providing the full interview guide to the research
teacher for approval. The researcher began collecting data when it was validated.
The researcher will be utilizing a semi-structured interview. The data were collected
through online setting of the participants via messenger from June 28 to June 30, 2021. Due to
Covid 19 face to face interview is not possible, but the internet has made it possible to collect data
online that is more robust, takes less time, and is more efficient. Emails, SMS sent on phones, and
other similar ways are used to explore and acquire information on the internet. Online data
collection refers to information obtained via sending emails, SMS, and other electronic messages
(typically through online interviews). The advantage of online data collection is that the survey
respondents or panel members are given ample time to respond to the questionnaire or the survey.
So the data that is received is usually more accurate. Online data collection is a systematic process
and involves clear distinction in the way the data is collected. The panel that is set up for data
collection should be responsive and should possess knowledge about the field in which the
research is conducted. Therefore there are certain steps that need to be followed to receive accurate
data (Questionpro, 2021). The terms and conditions of the study were given to each of them by the
researcher. It included information on the study as well as a commitment that the participant's
personal information and replies would be kept private. There was also a Written Interview Guide
Questions section with open-ended questions for the participants to answer.
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The researcher analyzed and interpreted the data collected from the sample to arrive at the
result. In addition, he structured and safeguarded the data for the participants' safety.
Ethical Issues
Ethical issues abound in all types of study. The research process distinguishes between
research goals that benefit others and the right to privacy of subjects. Ethics would place a
premium on goodness and preventing damage. By following a strict code of ethics, harm can be
avoided or minimized. As a result, participant safety is critical in any research endeavour. This
type of study collects a lot of personal information in greater detail. Confidentiality is one of the
ethical factors that should always be considered to preserve the participants' identities. To ensure
the capacity to go into detail regarding the participants' condition, full agreement from the
participants and higher authorities was sought before to performing the research. The researcher
would explain that, given the current scenario, their participation was voluntary. It would also be
stressed that if they participated, their responses would be analyzed but their names would stay
hidden. The researcher only asked questions that were related to the study to avoid going off on a
tangent or being too personal.
Data Analysis
A qualitative study's findings are frequently interpreted by the researcher. The researcher
utilized thematic analysis to analyze the data acquired since he used a phenomenological
approach as his study strategy. A qualitative researcher employs thematic analysis, a flexible
data analysis approach, to classify and arrange patterns and themes offered in a data collection.
Thematic analysis is versatile in that it does not require a specific study design; it can be used for
case studies, phenomenology, general qualitative, and narrative inquiry, to mention a few.
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Because the procedures are simple to follow but rigorous enough to create relevant discoveries
from the data, this data analysis approach is ideal for both novice and professional qualitative
researchers (Busseto., et al. 2021). Coding, classifying, and thematic analysis would be used to
analyze the material gathered. The researcher could present his views and interpretations of
meanings based on the responses made by the participants using this method. As a result, the
study's results might be derived from such interpretations.
FINDINGS AND DISCUSSION
Findings
This section presents the pertinent data gathered on the sequence of the emerging themes,
the categories, and the specific transcripts.
Based on the data analysis, seven (4) themes have emerged. These are the following: (1)
Effectiveness of Modular Distance Learning, which includes Modular Distance Learning is a Good
Alternative Learning System, Modular Distance Learning promotes Self-sufficiency, Lack of
Communication, and Modular Distance Learning is ineffective;(2) Advantages and Disadvantages
of Modular Distance Learning, which includes Disadvantages: Poor School Management, Time
Consuming, Modular Distance Learning promotes Self-sufficiency; Advantages: More
Convenient and Increase Productivity;(3) Ways to manage these Challenges, which includes
Modular Distance Learning promotes proper Time Management, and Modular Distance Learning
promotes Discipline ; (4) Life lessons in Modular Distance Learning, which includes Modular
Distance Learning promotes proper Time Management, Modular Distance Learning promotes
Adjustments, and Modular Distance Learning promotes Discipline
Theme #1: Effectiveness of Modular Distance Learning
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Modular Distance learning as a Good Alternative Learning System. Three Grade 11
students participants ( SDa1, SDd1, and SDe1) believe that Modular Distance Learning is Good
Alternative Learning System in this time of pandemic.
"for me, modular distance learning was also a good alternative learning in this time of
pandemic. Although, I experienced a lot of challenges that almost affected my physical and
mental health."- SDa1
"At first, it was hard because this is the first time I've encountered this kind of set-up so
i adjust and cope with the system but along with time i survived. "- SDd
"Modular distance learning in this time of pandemic is that, it is the best way for us to
continue learning but there are advantages and disadvantages that we can encounter
during this pandemic especially through learning if we look in holistic perspective we can
understand thoroughly."- SDe1
Modular Distance Learning promotes Self-sufficiency. One Grade 11 students (SDb1.1)
state that this kind of learning system mostly rely on their own to their desire to improve.
"It doesn't provide a whole knowledge to the learners because it relies only on the student's
interpretation."- SDb1.1
Lack of Communication. One Grade 11 participant (SDb1.2) note that its difficult to
communicate with their teachers.
"It is difficult to approach the teacher's attention because you can only message them
trough messenger or through g-mail. Modular Distance Learning causes students to find
it difficult to communicate with their teachers Lack of Communication"- SDb1.2
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Modular distance Learning is ineffective. One Grade 11 students participants (SDc1) believe
that this kind of learning system is not going to work for all of the students.
"I don't think it's effective because most of the students including me didn't learn
anything in this type of learning."- SDc1
Theme #2: Advantage and Disadvantages of Modular Distance Learning
Gains in Modular Distance Learning. Four Grade 11 students participants ( SDa2.1
,SDb2.1,SDc2.1, and SDd2.1) mention that Modular Distance Learning has Advantages in their
life as a student.
More Convenient. One Grade 11 student participant ( SDa2.1) remark that Modular Distance
Learning is Less time consuming and more cheaper that face to face class.
"Since we don't have to go to school in this time of pandemic, it's more cheaper and
less time consuming"- SDa2.1
Increase Productivity. One Grade 11 student participant ( SDc2.1) says that Modular Distance
learning causes students to be more productive.
"I got high grades and I started to be more productive."-SDc2.1
Modular Distance Learning promotes Discipline. One Grade 11 student (SDb2.1) says that
Modular Distance Learning makes students to be more disciplined.
"I've learned to have a discipline as a student...Also, having to challenge my own in terms
of comprehension and reading which helps me to become a better student."- SDb2.1
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Challenges and difficulties encountered. Five Grade 11 students participants (SDa2.2,
SDb1.1, SDb2.2, SDc2.2,SDd2, and SDe2.1) indicate that they faced a lot of challenges and
difficulties in Modular Distance Learning in this time of pandemic.
Poor School Management. One Grade 11 student participant (SDb2.2) state that Modular
Distance Learning causes students to find in more difficult and challenging.
"I faced many challenges in modular learning such as: lack of interaction and
consideration of our teachers; bombarded with bunch of activities: a lot typographical
errors in the SIPacks which are very confusing; vague feedbacks from teachers especially
in math subjects; Incomprehensible instructions on activities; I always feel back pain and
sometimes doesn't feel well because I always sleep late just to finish my SIPacks; lack of
fairness from the teachers; and lack of resources (such as materials that were needed for
projects)."-SD2.2
Modular Distance Learning promote self-sufficiency. Two Grade 11 students participants
(SDb2.2, and SDe2.2) says that MDL causes student to rely on themselves when learning.
"I'm the only one capable for teaching myself in this new normal."-SDb2.2
"be responsible because you're the only one who will do your modules and you're the
one who will teach yourself."- SDe2.2
Time Consuming. One Grade 11 student participant ( SDb2.3) imply that Modular Distance
Learning causes students not to have time on other things.
"The challenges that I've encountered is not having enough time for household work,
family arrangements, and also answering my modules because of the random schedule and
also laziness."- SDb2.3
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Poor Study Habits. Two Grade 11 student participants (SDc2.2 and SDe2.1) remark that
Modular Distance Learning causes students into being irresponsible.
"The challenges are lazy and lacking of time management."-SDc2.2
"The only challenge that I've encountered was that as a student I have a problem in
managing time and sometimes I'm a irresponsible person."- SDe2.1
Theme #3: Ways to manage these Challenges
Modular Distance Learning promotes proper Time Management. Three Grade 11 student
participants (SDa3, SDc3, and SDd3) note that Modular Distance Learning causes students to
have time management.
"I put a lot of effort and used the pomodoro technique to manage my time properly and
finish my SiPacks."- SDa3
"I tried to do some schedule schedules or reminders."- SDc3
...'"Also make plans and time management table."- SDd3
Modular Distance Learning promotes Discipline. Two students (SDb3 and SDe3) remark
that MDL causes students to be more discipline.
"Having a self- discipline means properly encouraging yourself to become a better
person/student."-SDb3
"Having a self- discipline means properly encouraging yourself to become a better
person/student."-SDb3
Theme #4: Life Lessons in Modular Distance Learning.
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Modular Distance Learning promotes proper Time Management. Two Grade 11
participant ( SDa4 and SDc4) imply that Modular Distance Learning causes students to have time
management.
"I learned that, time management is an important key to success. If you learn to manage
your time properly, surely you'll get the results that you'd ask for."- SDa4
"I realized the saying time is gold. time is very precious and we should not take
advantage of it because who knows maybe tomorrow or the next day we suddenly run out
of time."- SDc4
Modular Distance Learning promotes Adjustments. One Grade 11 student participant
(SDb4) note that Modular Distance Learning causes students to learn how to adjust to be a better
student.
"I've learned that through this new normal, in which we're stuck into, we learn how to
cope with the challenges by adjusting our selves to become a better learner. Our time,
manner, and the way we do things isn't constant so adjusting is a must."- SDb4
Modular Distance Learning promotes Discipline. Two Grade 11 students (SDd4 and SDe4)
state that Modular Distance Learning causes students to be more disciplined.
"Being discipline and patience all the time."- SDd4
"If you want something then work hard for it like in our modular distance learning if
you really want to learn then you should really study your modules."- SDe4
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DISCUSSION
This section presents the discussions of the different themes which have emerged from the
data analysis.
From the first instrument question that allowed the Grade 11 student participants to share
their perceptions regarding the modular distance learning in this time of Pandemic, the first theme,
Effectiveness of Modular Distance Learning has emerged upon analyzing the gathered data, known
as their responses.
In terms of learning ability, each student is unique. The most pressing worry is the
effectiveness of the new normal education in every learners. This is supported by the study of
Danale & Sumaong (2020) which suggested that even the Modular Distance Learning is the best
alternative learning system in this time of pandemic, its effectiveness is questionable, especially
for the students who are not capable learning on their own. It can therefore be inferred that the
views and perceptions of Grade 11 students towards Modular Distance Learning differ from one
another, as some believe that its not an effective learning modality due to they didn’t learn anything
from it especially those who are in need of assistance when learning which leads to self- suffiency,
as other believe that it is somehow an effective modality, even though they faced a lot of challenges
and difficulties including communication barrier between teachers and students, almost affected
their physical and mental health and the adjustments they did in this new normal education but
along the way they adjusted and cope this system and survived. From this discussion, it can
therefore be concluded that the effectiveness of Modular Distance Learning depends on Grade 11
students own encounter, which allow him/her to assess how well Modular Distance Learning goes,
considering the factors and other concerns affecting it. This study recommends the school
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Distance Learning Modality at Pampanga High School in order for them to go over the room fr
improvements and serve the best quality education that every Grade 11 students truly deserve.
From the second instrument question that allowed the Grade 11 students to indicate the
gains and challenges that they encountered in Modular Distance Learning in this time of pandemic,
the second theme, Advantages and Disadvantages of Distance Learning has emerged upon
analyzing the gathered data, known as their responses.
There are good and bad aspects in any circumstance. Students gain and face problems as
a result of their education throughout the pandemic. This is supported by the ideas of (Korolkov,.
A, et al., 2020), (Bijeesh 2021), Gautam (2021), and Lederman (2020). (Korolkov,. A, et al., 2020),
suggested that distance learning has a lot of advantages and disadvantages advantages that relate
to each other in approximately equal proportions. For this reason, distance cannot be the only and
final form of training. It is necessary to ensure the educational component of the pedagogical
system. That’s why, distance learning is only suitable for students with a high degree of motivation
to learn. Bijeesh (2021) suggested that distance education might not be applicable of every students
but learning its upsides and downsides, you can survive along the way since this is the only option
in this time of pandemic. Gautam (2020) suggested that decoding and understanding these postives
and negatives will help each one of the students in creating strategies for more effiently learning.
Lederman (2021) suggested that remote studies may be the future of education, but students have
to adapt for this to work, the smart move is for students to acclimatize now and find ways around
any obstacles of studying from home. It is the only sure way of staying ahead as further changes
come. It can therefore be inferred that Modular Distance Learning in the time of pandemic has its
Advantages and Disadvantages in every students which are; Advantages: More cheaper, less time
consuming, being more productive since your time is in your hand, being more disciplined, and
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challenged every students interms of teaching themselves which leads to; Disadvantages: Modular
Distance Learning causes Grade 11 students to rely on themselves in their learnings, Poor School
Management where in typographical errors in the SIPacks which are very confusing, vague
feedbacks from teachers especially in math subjects, Incomprehensible instructions on activities,
Time Consuming which leads to not having enough time for household work and family
arrangements, and Poor study habits where in Modular Distance Learning causes students into
being irresponsible. From this discussion, it can therefore be concluded that Grade 11 students
directly affected by the change and challenges brought by the Modular Distance Learning in the
time of pandemic, on the other hand this Advantages and Disadvantages have positive and also
negative effect in their study. This study recommend the Grade 11 students themselves to adapt
and adjust in the new normal education for the students to find ways to surpass these obstacles by
knowing how to handle this disadvantages and survive this new learning system. It also
recommends the teachers and School authorities interms to the quality of the SiPacks and vague
feedbacks from the teachers.
The third instrument question that allowed the Grade 11 student participants to share how
they manage or deal with this challenges that they encountered, the third theme, Ways to manage
these Challenges has emerged upon analyzing the gathered data, known as their responses.
Learners increase their academic performance and become better and responsible
students as a result of how they handled and dealt with the problems they faced. This supported
by the ideas of Stoto (2020), Wu (2020), and Intervarsity (2020). Stoto (2020) suggested that the
new normal education comes with its fair of share troubles, not being in a classroom in front of a
lecturer and having to make your own schedule and stick with it can be challenging to many. Wu
(2020) suggested that there is still a lot challenges in distance learning that needs to resolve,
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teachers may experience a hard time expressing instructional content to their pupils, especially
long and complex assignment or assessment. Intervarsity (2020) suggested that students need to
focus, have time management , and have communication with your peers and teachers. It can
therefore be inferred that Modular Distance Learning causes students to adjust and think on how
to manage/deal with this challenges. Students uses different technique to manage their time
properly and they become more responsible and disciplined compared in face to face class. From
this discussion, it can therefore be concluded that Modular Distance Learning causes students to
have plans and proper time management, because they uses asynchronous learning and get
distracted easily, also having self-discipline where in encouraging yourself to be a better student.
This study recommends the Pampanga High School authorities to guide the Grade 11 students in
a way where they can feel the authenticity and essence of what they are learning by building
positive relationships between students and professors and having progressive teaching and
learning methodologies.
The fourth instrument question that allowed the Grade 11 student participants to share their
value/life lessons that they experienced on modular distance learning in this time of pandemic, the
fourth theme, Life lessons in modular distance learning has emerged upon analyzing the gathered
data, known as their responses.
Every event you encounter will teach you something, especially in the darkest times where
you'll get some of the most significant life lessons that you may apply for the rest of your life.
This is supported by the ideas of Hughes(2020), Bhamani (2020), and Fidalgo (2020). Hughes
(2020) suggested that students and teachers have realised how exhausting it is to be on screens all
day long. Remote learning has reminded us that powerful learning can only happen when we are
engaged, energetic and focussed. Bhamani (2020) suggested that taking your time wisely and
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adjusting in the new normal education is a must to survive this phenomenon. Fidalgo (2020)
suggested that every student needs to know how to rest, health is always matter. It can therefore
be inferred that Modular Distance learning brought a lot of change in every student, also brings
life lessons when taking Modular Distance learning. Using your time properly and having selfdiscipline are the life lessons that the Grade 11 students learned, also students realize that time is
precious we shouldn’t take advantage from it, we may run out of time in the future. Also learning
how to cope with the challenges by adjusting to become a better learner. Our time, manner, and
the way we do things isn't constant so adjusting is a must. From this discussion, it can therefore be
concluded that Grade 11 are directly affected by the changes and challenges brought by the
pandemic and Modular Distance Learning and learned their lessons to surpass this phenomenon.
This study recommends the Grade 11 students to use the values they learned in Modular Distance
Learning even when we are back in the normal setting.
SUMMARY OF FINDINGS, CONCLUSION AND RECOMMENDATION
This chapter presents the summary of the findings of the study and the corresponding
conclusion and recommendations.
Summary of Findings
This study has found the following points:
1. The views and perceptions of Grade 11 students towards Modular Distance Learning differ
from one another, as some believe that its not an effective learning modality due to they
didn’t learn anything from it especially those who are in need of assistance when learning
which leads to self- suffiency, as other believe that it is somehow an effective modality,
even though they faced a lot of challenges and difficulties including communication
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barrier between teachers and students, almost affected their physical and mental health and
the adjustments they did in this new normal education but along the way they adjusted and
cope this system and survived.
2. Modular Distance Learning in the time of pandemic has its Advantages and Disadvantages
in every students which are; Advantages: More cheaper, less time consuming, being more
productive since your time is in your hand, being more disciplined, and challenged every
students interms of teaching themselves which leads to; Disadvantages: Modular Distance
Learning causes Grade 11 students to rely on themselves in their learnings, Poor School
Management where in typographical errors in the SIPacks which are very confusing,
vague feedbacks from teachers especially in math subjects, Incomprehensible instructions
on activities, Time Consuming which leads to not having enough time for household work
and family arrangements, and Poor study habits where in Modular Distance Learning
causes students into being irresponsible.
3. Modular Distance Learning causes students to adjust and think on how to manage/deal
with this challenges. Students uses different technique to manage their time properly and
they become more responsible and disciplined compared in face to face class.
4. Students participate in modular distance learning, they experience a lot of change and learn
valuable life lessons. Grade 11 students learned time management and self-discipline as
life lessons. They realized time is valuable and that we should not waste it because we
may run out of it in the future. Also learning how to deal with difficulties by adjusting to
become a better student is also important. Because our time, method, and way of doing
things aren't always consistent, we must modify.
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Conclusion
This study concludes that:
1. The effectiveness of Modular Distance Learning depends on Grade 11 students own
encounter, which allow him/her to assess how well Modular Distance Learning goes,
considering the factors and other concerns affecting it.
2. Grade 11 students directly affected by the change and challenges brought by the Modular
Distance Learning in the time of pandemic, on the other hand this Advantages and
Disadvantages have positive and also negative effect in their study.
3. Modular Distance Learning causes students to have plans and proper time management,
because they uses asynchronous learning and get distracted easily, also having selfdiscipline where in encouraging yourself to be a better student.
4. Grade 11 are directly affected by the changes and challenges brought by the pandemic and
Modular Distance Learning and learned their lessons to surpass this phenomenon.
Recommendations
This study recommends the following:
1. School authorities are encouraged to hear the voices of Grade 11 students to thoroughly
asses the effectiveness of Modular Distance Learning Modality at Pampanga High School
in order for them to go over the room fr improvements and serve the best quality education
that every Grade 11 students truly deserve.
2. Grade 11 students are encouraged to adapt and adjust in the new normal education for the
students to find ways to surpass these obstacles by knowing how to handle this
disadvantages and survive this new learning system. It also recommends the teachers and
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School authorities interms to the quality of the SiPacks and vague feedbacks from the
teachers.
3. Pampanga High School authorities encouraged to guide the Grade 11 students in a way
where they can feel the authenticity and essence of what they are learning by building
positive relationships between students and professors and having progressive teaching and
learning methodologies.
4. Grade 11 students encouraged to use the values they learned in Modular Distance Learning
even when we are back in the normal setting.
Appendices
a.Approval Letter to Conduct the Study
Department of Education
Division of City of San Fernando
PAMPANGA HIGH SCHOOL
Lourdes, City of San Fernando, Pampanga
S.Y. 2020-2021
SCIENCE DEPARTMENT
June 2, 2021
Edilberta C. Esguerra
Head Teacher VI
Senior High School Department
Pampanga High School
City of San Fernando, Pampanga
Madam:
Greetings of Peace!
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I, the undersigned researcher from the Grade 11-STEM G of our institution, is currently conducting
a study titled “Education During Pandemic: Challenges of Grade 11 Student's on Modular
Distance Learning Modalities at PHS”. The said undertaking aims to determine how the
pandemic impacted student’s live on a regular basis. It also shows the difficulties faced by teachers,
parents, and students when implementing Modular Distance Learning.
In view of this, I would like to respectfully request for your permission and approval of my data
gathering activities to my participants which will all be conducted through online platforms (via
Zoom Teleconference, Google Meet, Messenger and the like). Rest assured also that in the conduct
of these activities, the policy on the non face-to-face communication between me and my
participants will strictly be observed to ensure our safety in this time of pandemic.
Thank you so much and More Power!
Very respectfully yours,
Janry O. Quidlat
Student Researcher
Checked by
Kris L. Abayon
Research Teacher
Noted by:
Edilberta C. Esguerra
Head -Teacher VI
b. Instrument Validation Form
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PAMPANGA HIGH SCHOOL
City of San Fernando, (P)
SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL DEPARTMENT
June 7, 2021
Kris L. Abayon
Research Teacher
Senior High School Department
Pampanga High School
City of San Fernando, Pampanga
Madam:
Greetings of Peace!
I, the undersigned researcher from the Grade 11 STEM G of the Pampanga High School, is
currently conducting a study titled “Education During Pandemic: Challenges of Grade 11
Students on Modular Distance Learning Modalities at PHS”. The said undertaking will inquire
into the perceptions of Grade 11 students on the significance of the Challenges that they
encountered on modular distance learning in this time of pandemic. This study will only be
conducted at Pampanga High School. All Grade 11 students who are enrolled in modular distance
learning are the study's target.
In view of this, I would like to respectfully request from you to please help me in this study by
being my validator of my data gathering instrument which is a semi-structured interview
guide. I believe that your expert opinion, suggestions and recommendations regarding this matter
will be a valuable contribution to the success of this endeavor.
Attached herewith is a copy of the said instrument, integrated in the Instrument Validation Form,
for your perusal.
Thank you so much and More Power!
Very respectfully yours,
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Janry O. Quidlat
Student Researcher
PAMPANGA HIGH SCHOOL
City of San Fernando, (P)
SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL DEPARTMENT
INSTRUMENT VALIDATION FORM
Title of the Study
Objective/s
Instructions to
the Validator
“Education During Pandemic: Challenges of Grade 11 Students on
Modular Distance Learning”
The goal of this study was to find out how the pandemic affected students'
lives on a daily basis. You can see how much Covid-19 has changed the lives
of students in this section. It also demonstrates the challenges that teachers,
parents, and students face when implementing Modular Distance Learning.
In addition, to assess the approaches, interventions, or solutions used by
educational institutions and the government to assist students, parents, and
teachers dealing with emerging learning modality.
Please rate the level of acceptability and appropriateness of the following
questions by putting a check (√) in the score of your choice, with 4 as the
highest score and 1 as the lowest. In rating, kindly consider each question’s
appropriateness to the study, specifically to its stated objective/s. You may
also write inside the “Remarks” column of this form your opinion,
suggestions and recommendations regarding each of the questions or the
instrument as a whole. You may use another sheet of paper when necessary.
SCORE
Remarks
Proposed Question
4 3 2 1
Item
Number
Research
What is their perceptions regarding the modular distance learning in this time of
Question
Pandemic?
No. 1
1
Write your interview question No. 1 here.
Research
Question What are the gains and challenges they encountered?
No. 2
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Research
Question
No. 3
3
Research
Question
No. 4
4
5
Write your interview question No. 2 here.
How do they manage/deal these challenges?
Write your interview question No. 3 here.
What are the value/life lessons that they experienced on modular distance learning
in this time of pandemic?
Write your interview question No. 4 here.
No interview questions for this research question
Nothing follows
Name of Validator
Signature
Date Signed
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c. Data Analysis via Thematic Analysis
Step 1: KEYPOINT CODING
Legends:
SD = grade 11 student participant
a, b, c, d, e = order number of grade 11 participant
1, 2, 3, 4 = instrument question number
e.g. SDa1 represents the response of the first grade 11 participant to the first instrument question
Keypoint Coding for SD1
ID
SDa1
Verbatim Transcription
Keypoint
Aside from online learning, SDa1for me, Modular
Code
Distance Good Alternative
modular distance learning was also a Learning Modality is Learning System
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good alternative learning in this time of the efficient way to
pandemic. Although, I experienced a continue
the
lot of challenges that almost affected education.
my physical and mental health.
SDb1.1
My views as a senior highschool Purely
Modular Modular
student about our modular learning / distance
Learning Distance
new normal is thatSDb1.1it doesn't Modality
causes Learning System
provide a whole knowledge to the student to rely mostly promotes
self-
learners because it relies only on the on their own due to sufficiency
student's interpretation. It is difficult to their
approach
the
teacher's
desire
to
attention improve.
because you can only message them
trough messenger or through g-mail.
SDb1.2
My views as a senior highschool Modular
Distance Lack
student about our modular learning / Learning
of
causes Communication
new normal is that it doesn't provide a students to find it
whole knowledge to the learners difficult
to
because it relies only on the student's communicate
with
interpretation.SDb1.2It is difficult to their teachers
approach
the
teacher's
attention
because you can only message them
trough messenger or through g-mail.
SDc1
SDc1
I don't think it's effective because Modular
Distance Modular
most of the students including me didn't Learning Modality is Distance
learn anything in this type of learning. not effective in most Learning
of the students.
SDd1
SDd1
At first, it was hard because this is Modular
is
ineffective
Distance Good Alternative
the first time I've encountered this kind learning Modalities is Learning System
of set-up, but it’s the best alternative the efficient way to
way to continue the education, so i continue education
adjust and cope with the system but
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along
SDe1
My
SDe1
with
time
perception
i
survived.
regarding
the Modular
distance Good Alternative
modular distance learning in this learning
causes Learning System
time of pandemic is that, it is the best students to find it as
way for us to continue learning but the efficient way to
there are advantages and disadvantages continue education.
that we can encounter during this
pandemic especially through learning if
we look in holistic perspective we can
understand thoroughly. But base on my
experience modular distance learning
also depends in the student if he/she
really wants to learn he/she will find
ways to learn or to understand their
lessons.
Keypoint Coding for SD2
ID
SDa2.1
Verbatim Transcription
SDa2.1
Keypoint
Since we don't have to go to Modular
Distance
Code
More
school in this time of pandemic, it's Learning is less time Convenient
more
cheaper
and
less
time consuming and more
consuming,, I feel comfort and safe cheaper than face-tostaying at home while learning. On the face class.
other hand, I faced many challenges in
modular learning such as: lack of
interaction and consideration of our
teachers; bombarded with bunch of
activities: a lot typographical errors in
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the SIPacks which are very confusing;
vague
feedbacks
especially
in
from
math
Incomprehensible
teachers
subjects;
instructions
on
activities; I always feel back pain and
sometimes doesn't feel well because I
always sleep late just to finish my
SIPacks; lack of fairness from the
teachers; and lack of resources (such as
materials
that
were
needed
for
projects).
SDa2.2
Since we don't have to go to school in Modular
Distance Poor
this time of pandemic, it's more cheaper Learning
School
causes Management
and less time consuming,, I feel students
to
comfort and safe staying at home while difficult
and
find
it
more
learning. On the other hand,SDa2.2I faced challenging.
many challenges in modular learning
such as: lack of interaction and
consideration
of
our
teachers;
bombarded with bunch of activities: a
lot typographical errors in the SIPacks
which are very confusing; vague
feedbacks from teachers especially in
math
subjects;
Incomprehensible
instructions on activities; I always feel
back pain and sometimes doesn't feel
well because I always sleep late just to
finish my SIPacks; lack of fairness
from the teachers; and lack of resources
(such as materials that were needed for
projects).
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SDb2.1
SDb2.1
I've learned to have a discipline as Modular
Distance Modular
a student for I'm the only one capable Learning
causes Distance
for teaching myself in this new normal. students
to
be Learning
Also, having to challenge my own in disciplined
promotes
terms of comprehension and reading
Discipline
which helps me to become a better
student.
The challenges that I've encountered is
not having enough time for household
work, family arrangements, and also
answering my modules because of the
random schedule and also laziness.
SDb2.2
I've learned to have a discipline as a Modular
student for
SDb2.2
I'm the only one Learning
Distance Modular
causes Distance
capable for teaching myself in this new students to rely on Learning System
normal. Also, having to challenge my themselves
which promotes
self-
own in terms of comprehension and makes them a better sufficiency
reading which helps me to become a student.
better
student.
The challenges that I've encountered is
not having enough time for household
work, family arrangements, and also
answering my modules because of the
random schedule and also laziness.
SDb2.3
I've learned to have a discipline as a Modular
student for I'm the only one capable for Learning
Distance Time Consuming
causes
teaching myself in this new normal. students to not have
Also, having to challenge my own in enough time on other
terms of comprehension and reading things
which helps me to become a better
student.
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SDb2.3
The
challenges
that
I've
encountered is not having enough time
for
household
work,
family
arrangements, and also answering my
modules
because of the random
schedule and also laziness.
SDc2.1
The gains are SDb2.1 I got high grades Modular
Distance Increase
and I started to be more productive and Learning
causes Productivity
the challenges are lazy and lacking of students to be more
time management.
SDc2.2
productive.
The gains are I got high grades and I Modular
Distance Poor
started to be more productive and Learning
SDc2.2
the challenges are lazy and lacking students
Study
causes Habits
into
being
lazy and lack of time
of time management.
management.
SDd2
SDd2
My gains are being productive, Modular
Distance Increase
school ethics, discipline. While my Learning
challenges are adjusting to the new students
causes Productivity
to
be
normal and away from classmate and productive.
friends.
SDe2.1
SDe2.1
The only challenge that I've Modular
encountered was that as a student I Learning
Distance Poor
Study
causes Habits
have a problem in managing time and students into poor time
sometimes I'm a irresponsible person management and being
and the gain was be responsible irresponsible.
because you're the only one who will
do your modules and you're the one
who will learn
SDe2.2
The
only
challenge
that
I've Modular
Distance Modular
encountered was that as a student I Learning
causes Distance
have a problem in managing time and students to rely on Learning System
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sometimes I'm a irresponsible person themselves
when promotes
and the gain was to SDe2.2be responsible learning.
self-
sufficiency
because you're the only one who will
do your modules and you're the one
who will teach yourself.
Keypoint SD3
ID
SDa3
Verbatim Transcription
SDa3
Keypoint
Code
I put a lot of effort and used the Modular
Distance Modular
pomodoro technique to manage my Learning
causes Distance
time properly and finish my SIPacks, students to have a time Learning
sometimes I treat myself with food just management.
promotes proper
to relieve my stress. When I felt really
Time
sick, I let myself to take a break for a
Management
day.
SDb3
Learning how to search and understand Modular
Distance Modular
myself through discipline. SDb3Having a Learning
causes Distance
self-discipline
SDc3
means
properly students
to
have Learning
encouraging yourself to become a discipline.
promotes
better person/student.
Discipline
SDc3
I tried to do some schedules or Modular
reminders.
Learning
Distance Modular
causes Distance
students to have time Learning
management.
promotes proper
Time
Management
SDd3
I make time for myself and i talked to Modular
Distance Modular
my friends outside to catch up and cope Learning
causes Distance
Learning
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up in this new normal.
SDd3
Also make students to have time promotes proper
plans and time management table.
management.
Time
Management
SDe3
SDe3
By being disciplined and always Modular
Distance Modular
Learning
causes Distance
look at the positive side
students
to
have Learning
discipline.
promotes
Discipline
Keypoint SD4
ID
SDa4
Verbatim Transcription
SDa4
Keypoint
Code
I learned that, time management is Modular
Distance Modular
an important key to success. If you Learning
causes Distance
learn to manage your time properly, students to have time Learning
surely you'll get the results that you'd management.
promotes proper
ask for. I also learned to cherish the
Time
people that are important to me,
Management
because staying at home in this
pandemic made me realize that time
really flies so fast.
SDb4
SDb4
I've learned that through this new Modular
Distance Modular
normal, in which we're stuck into, we Learning
causes Distance
learn how to cope with the challenges students to learn how Learning
by adjusting our selves to become a to adjust to be a better promotes
better learner. Our time, manner, and student
Adjustments
the way we do things isn't constant so
adjusting is a must.
SDc4
SDc4
I realized the saying time is gold. Modular
Distance Modular
time is very precious and we should not Learning
causes Distance
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take advantage of it because who students to learn the Learning
knows maybe tomorrow or the next day importance of time
promotes proper
we suddenly run out of time.
Time
Management
SDd4
SDd4
Being discipline and patience all Modular
the time.
Distance Modular
Learning
students
causes Distance
to
be Learning
disciplined
promotes
discipline
SDe4
SDe4
If you want something discipline Modular
Distance Modular
yourself then work hard for it like in Learning
causes Distance learning
our modular distance learning if you students to be a hard promotes
really want to learn then you should working person
really
study
your
discipline
modules
STEP 2. CATEGORIZING
Categories
Codes
Good Alternative Learning System
ID/s
SDa1, SDd1, SDe1 (3)
Modular Distance Learning System promotes SDb1.1, SDb2.2, SDe2.2 (3)
self- sufficiency
Lack of communication
SDb1.2 (1)
Modular Distance Learning is ineffective
SDc1 (1)
More convenient
SDa2.1 (1)
Poor School Management
SDa2.2 (1)
Time Consuming
SDb2.3 (1)
Increased Productivity
SDc2.1, SDd2 (2)
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Poor Study Habits
SDc2.2, SD2.1 (2)
Modular Distance Learning promotes proper SDa3, SDc3, SDd3, SDa4, SDc4 (5)
time management
Modular
Distance
Learning
promotes SDb2.1, SDb3, SDe3, SDd4, SDe4 (4)
Distance
Learning
promotes SDb4 (1)
Discipline
Modular
Adjustments
Instrument Question Number 1: What is your perception regarding the modular distance
learning in this time of Pandemic?
Codes
ID/s
Good Alternative Learning System
SDa1,SDd1, SDe1 (3)
Modular Distance Learning promotes Self-
SDb1.1 (1)
sufficiency
Lack of Communication
SDb1.2 (1)
Modular is Ineffective
SDc1 (1)
Instrument Question Number 2: What are the gains and challenges that you've encountered?
Codes
ID/s
More Convenient
SDa2.1 (1)
Increase Productivity
SDc2.1, SDd2 (2)
Modular Distance Learning promotes
SDb2.1 (1)
Discipline
Poor School Management
SDc2.2, SD2.1 (2)
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Modular Distance Learning promotes Self-
SDb2.2, SDe2.2 (2)
sufficiency
Poor Study Habits
SDc2.2, SD2.1 (2)
Instrument Question Number 3: How did you manage/deal these challenges?
Codes
Modular Distance Learning promotes proper
ID/s
SDa3, SDc3, SDd3 (3)
Time Management
Modular Distance Learning promotes
SDb3, SDe3 (2)
Discipline
Instrument Question Number 4: What are the value/life lessons that you experienced on
modular distance learning in this time of pandemic?
Codes
Modular Distance Learning promotes proper
ID/s
SDa4, SDc4 (2)
Time Management
Modular Distance Learning promotes
SDb4 (1)
Adjustments
Modular Distance Learning promotes
SDd4, SDe4 (2)
Discipline
STEP 3: EMERGING THEMES AND CATEGORIES
Instrument Question Number 1: What is your perception regarding the modular distance
learning in this time of Pandemic?
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Theme #1: Effectiveness of Modular Distance Learning
-
Good Alternative Learning
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Modular Distance Learning promotes Self-sufficiency
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Modular Distance Learning is ineffective
Instrument Question Number 2: What are the gains and challenges that you've encountered?
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Theme #2: Advantages and Disadvantages of Modular Distance Learning
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More Convenient
-
Increase Productivity
-
Modular Distance Learning promotes Discipline
-
Poor School Management
-
Modular Distance Learning promotes Self-sufficiency
-
Poor Study Habits
Instrument Question Number 3: How did you manage/deal these challenges?
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Theme #3: Ways to manage this Challenges
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Modular Distance Learning promotes proper Time Management
-
Modular Distance Learning promotes Discipline
Instrument Question Number 4: What are the value/life lessons that you experienced on
modular distance learning in this time of pandemic?
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Theme #4: Life Lessons in Modular Distance Learning
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Modular Distance Learning promotes proper Time Management
-
Modular Distance Learning promotes Adjustments
-
Modular Distance Learning promotes Discipline
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STEP 4: INTERPRETATING THEMES AND CATEGORIES
Instrument Question Number 1: What is your perception regarding the modular distance
learning in this time of Pandemic?
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Theme #1: Effectiveness of Modular Distance Learning
-
Good Alternative Learning
-
Modular Distance Learning promotes Self-sufficiency
-
Modular Distance Learning is ineffective
In terms of learning ability, each student is unique. The most pressing worry is the
effectiveness of the new normal education in every learners. This is supported by the study of
Danale & Sumaong (2020) which suggested that even the Modular Distance Learning is the best
alternative learning system in this time of pandemic, its effectiveness is questionable, especially
for the students who are not capable learning on their own. It can therefore be inferred that the
views and perceptions of Grade 11 students towards Modular Distance Learning differ from one
another, as some believe that its not an effective learning modality due to they didn’t learn anything
from it especially those who are in need of assistance when learning which leads to self- suffiency,
as other believe that it is somehow an effective modality, even though they faced a lot of challenges
and difficulties including communication barrier between teachers and students, almost affected
their physical and mental health and the adjustments they did in this new normal education but
along the way they adjusted and cope this system and survived. From this discussion, it can
therefore be concluded that the effectiveness of Modular Distance Learning depends on Grade 11
students own encounter, which allow him/her to assess how well Modular Distance Learning goes,
considering the factors and other concerns affecting it. This study recommends the school
authorities to hear the voices of Grade 11 students to thoroughly asses the effectiveness of Modular
Distance Learning Modality at Pampanga High School in order for them to go over the room for
improvements and serve the best quality education that every Grade 11 students truly deserve.
Instrument Question Number 2: What are the gains and challenges that you've encountered?
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Theme #2: Advantages and Disadvantages of Modular Distance Learning
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More Convenient
-
Increase Productivity
-
Modular Distance Learning promotes Discipline
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Poor School Management
-
Modular Distance Learning promotes Self-sufficiency
-
Poor Study Habits
There are good and bad aspects in any circumstance. Students gain and face problems as
a result of their education throughout the pandemic. This is supported by the ideas of
(Korolkov,. A, et al., 2020), (2020), (Bijeesh 2021), Gautam (2021), and Williams (2021).
(Korolkov,. A, et al., 2020), suggested that distance learning has a lot of advantages and
disadvantages advantages that relate to each other in approximately equal proportions. For this
reason, distance cannot be the only and final form of training. It is necessary to ensure the
educational component of the pedagogical system. That’s why, distance learning is only suitable
for students with a high degree of motivation to learn. Bijeesh (2021) suggested that distance
education might not be applicable of every students but learning its upsides and downsides, you
can survive along the way since this is the only option in this time of pandemic. Gautam (2020)
suggested that decoding and understanding these postives and negatives will help each one of the
students in creating strategies for more effiently learning. Williams (2021) suggested that remote
studies may be the future of education, but students have to adapt for this to work, the smart move
is for students to acclimatize now and find ways around any obstacles of studying from home. It
is the only sure way of staying ahead as further changes come. It can therefore be inferred that
Modular Distance Learning in the time of pandemic has its Advantages and Disadvantages in every
students which are; Advantages: More cheaper, less time consuming, being more productive since
your time is in your hand, being more disciplined, and challenged every students interms of
teaching themselves which leads to; Disadvantages: Modular Distance Learning causes Grade 11
students to rely on themselves in their learnings, Poor School Management where in typographical
errors in the SIPacks which are very confusing, vague feedbacks from teachers especially in math
subjects, Incomprehensible instructions on activities, Time Consuming which leads to not having
enough time for household work and family arrangements, and Poor study habits where in Modular
Distance Learning causes students into being irresponsible. From this discussion, it can therefore
be concluded that Grade 11 students directly affected by the change and challenges brought by
the Modular Distance Learning in the time of pandemic, on the other hand this Advantages and
Disadvantages have positive and also negative effect in their study. This study recommend the
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Grade 11 students themselves to adapt and adjust in the new normal education for the students to
find ways to surpass these obstacles by knowing how to handle this disadvantages and survived
this new learning system. It also recommends the teachers and School authorities interms to the
quality of the SiPacks and vague feedbacks from the teachers.
Instrument Question Number 3: How did you manage/deal these challenges?
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Theme #3: Ways to manage this Challenges
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Modular Distance Learning promotes proper Time Management
-
Modular Distance Learning promotes Discipline
Learners increase their academic performance and become better and responsible
students as a result of how they handled and dealt with the problems they faced. This supported
by the ideas of Stoto (2020), Wu (2020), and Intervarsity (2020). Stoto (2020) suggested that the
new normal education comes with its fair of share troubles, not being in a classroom in front of a
lecturer and having to make your own schedule and stick with it can be challenging to many. Wu
(2020) suggested that there is still a lot challenges in distance learning that needs to resolve,
teachers may experience a hard time expressing instructional content to their pupils, especially
long and complex assignment or assessment. Intervarsity (2020) suggested that students need to
focus, have time management , and have communication with your peers and teachers. It can
therefore be inferred that Modular Distance Learning causes students to adjust and think on how
to manage/deal with this challenges. Students uses different technique to manage their time
properly and they become more responsible and disciplined compared in face to face class. From
this discussion, it can therefore be concluded that Modular Distance Learning causes students to
have plans and proper time management, because they uses asynchronous learning and get
distracted easily, also having self-discipline where in encouraging yourself to be a better student.
This study recommends the Pampanga High School authorities to guide the Grade 11 students in
a way where they can feel the authenticity and essence of what they are learning by building
positive relationships between students and professors and having progressive teaching and
learning methodologies.
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Instrument Question Number 4: What are the value/life lessons that you experienced on modular
distance learning in this time of pandemic?
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Theme #4: Life Lessons in Modular Distance Learning
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Modular Distance Learning promotes proper Time Management
-
Modular Distance Learning promotes Adjustments
-
Modular Distance Learning promotes Discipline
Every event you encounter will teach you something, especially in the darkest times where
you'll get some of the most significant life lessons that you may apply for the rest of your life.
This is supported by the ideas of Hughes(2020), Bhamani (2020), and Fidalgo (2020). Hughes
(2020) suggested that students and teachers have realised how exhausting it is to be on screens all
day long. Remote learning has reminded us that powerful learning can only happen when we are
engaged, energetic and focussed. Bhamani (2020) suggested that taking your time wisely and
adjusting in the new normal education is a must to survive this phenomenon. Fidalgo (2020)
suggested that every student needs to know how to rest, health is always matter. It can therefore
be inferred that Modular Distance learning brought a lot of change in every student, also brings
life lessons when taking Modular Distance learning. Using your time properly and having selfdiscipline are the life lessons that the Grade 11 students learned, also students realize that time is
precious we shouldn’t take advantage from it, we may run out of time in the future. Also learning
how to cope with the challenges by adjusting to become a better learner. Our time, manner, and
the way we do things isn't constant so adjusting is a must. From this discussion, it can therefore be
concluded that Grade 11 are directly affected by the changes and challenges brought by the
pandemic and Modular Distance Learning and learned their lessons to surpass this phenomenon.
This study recommends the Grade 11 students to use the values they learned in Modular Distance
Learning even when we are back in the normal setting.
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