Lived experiences of teachers at early childhood centres during the covid-19 pandemic in the Effutu Municipality

Abstract

This study explored the lived experiences of teachers at early childhood centres in Effutu Municipality during the COVID-19 pandemic. This study is underpinned by the social constructivism paradigm. This Study adopted a qualitative research design and a phenomenological research design was employed for the study. A purposive sampling technique of homogenous type was used to select 15 respondents for the study. A semi-structured interview guide was used as data collection instrument. Trustworthiness of the data was ensured using credibility, transferability, confirmability and dependability criteria. Data collected were thematically analyzed. The findings among others revealed: Protecting self and others, Income discrepancies, Cleaning and disinfecting the learning environment and delivery methods. Based on the key findings, It was recommended among others that the Ministry of Education makes ICT resources and facilities available to both teachers and learners, ensures sufficient training for teachers and learners, and digitalized curricular materials for effective implementation of virtual learning in such pandemics.