Parents’ Perspective on The Online Learning Using Zoom Application in Early Childhood Education

Abstract

ABSTRACT: During the pandemic, as the entire education system of the world shifts to distance learning, parents become important agents of learning, assisting children in understanding how to continue learning, using digital screens, and supporting them in this process. The main purpose of this study was to obtain information from parents in the use of the ZOOM application starting from the preparation and implementation of learning. Using a qualitative descriptive method, this study identified the parental perspectives of 20 participants. The summary of the results shows, (1) parents have difficulty because they are not familiar with the ZOOM application. (2) The learning process is often constrained by equipment related to the ZOOM application. (3) It requires the use of an Internet quota package with a very good network. (4) The process requires a quiet place so as not to interfere with the learning process. (5) Parents need extra patience in directing children during the ongoing learning process. (6) The learning process lasts about two hours, and parents must postpone their homework/work to help their children complete their online activities.

Keywords: parents perspective, online learning, early childhood education

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