A STUDY ON PARENTS’ PERCEPTIONS OF THEIR CHILDREN’S LEARNING DURING THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC

Abstract

The COVID-19 pandemic has significantly impacted all sectors of society, including education. Globally, students and their parents experienced challenges such as home confinement, school closures, and the shift to digital learning. This study aims to understand parents’ perceptions of their children’s learning during this period. The research was conducted with parents of secondary and senior secondary students from Modinagar, Ghaziabad.
A three-point Likert scale questionnaire was used to assess variables such as child performance, teacher support, learning appetite, time management, concentration, academic burden, and digital learning. Data analysis was performed using MS Excel 2019, applying descriptive statistics and a one-sample t-test. The findings indicate a reduction in students’ interest and learning during the COVID-19 pandemic. Additionally, students faced difficulties in maintaining concentration, resulting in decreased engagement with their studies.