Physical sciences teachers' experiences of online teaching during the COVID-19 Pandemic

Abstract

The inspiration for this study came from the researcher's own learning experiences during the COVID-19 pandemic. This researcher's experience made them consider how practical learning is essential for scientific learners. The purpose of the research was to determine how physical science subjects are taught and learned in high schools in the Amajuba District of KwaZulu-Natal. To explore the phenomenon, a mixed-method approach was employed which combined qualitative and quantitative approaches. Educators who were involved in teaching physical sciences were the target demographic for this study. There were three stages to the data gathering. In the first stage, the quantitative data were collected from 120 teachers through a structured closed-ended questionnaire. In the second stage, qualitative data were collected from 10 physical sciences teachers through in-depth interviews. For the qualitative approach, the interview guide and open-ended questions were used, and a face-to-face in-depth interview was conducte