An Assessment of Virtual Learning and COVID-19 in Zimbabwe Rural Schools. A Case study of Craigie-lea Secondary School in Murewa Rural District.
- Author
- Kanyimo, Precious
- Title
- An Assessment of Virtual Learning and COVID-19 in Zimbabwe Rural Schools. A Case study of Craigie-lea Secondary School in Murewa Rural District.
- Abstract
- The study assessed virtual leaning and COVID-19 at Craigie-lea Secondary School. The major aim of the study was to investigate how virtual learning was done, what is needed for effective implementation of the methods, opportunities and threats to the rural schools in Zimbabwe.The study was underpinned by the Technological… as the theoretical framework. On the research methodology, the study was guided by qualitative research approach and case study research design was employed. The research was targerting 24 learners and 12 teachers including the school head the research use in-depth interview guide and key informant interview guide for the purpose of data collection. A sample size of 19 participants was drawn from the target population and was utilised to collect relevant information to the study. The study employed the the Technological Acceptance Model. Purposive random sampling methods were used to select participants. The study findings revealed that very few teachers and children managed to adopt virtual learning. The findings also revealed that whatsapp and email are the main virtual platforms which were being used during the pandemic. Findings from the study revealed that the main challenges that were faced in ICT application in teaching and learning processes were poor internet connectivity,, unreliable power supply and poor ICT infrastructure. Based on the study findings, it is recommended that teacher should get proper training and development, schools to source more funds to improve infrastructure, install solar system to ensure adequate power supply and engaging different stakeholders to upgrade network system to improve internet connectivity.
- Date
- 2023
- Publisher
- BUSE
- Keywords
- Virtual Learning
- Rural Areas
- Supervisor
- N/A
- Item sets
- Department of Social Work
