FACULTY CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES ON THE EMERGING DIGITAL LEARNING PLATFORMS DURING COVID-19 ERA
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This study investigates the challenges and opportunities encountered by faculty members in Guimaras State College, Philippines, during the COVID-19 pandemic, specifically in the 2020-2021 school year. The study involved 107 purposively selected faculty members. The objective of the study was to determine how the faculty adapted to the emerging digital learning platforms in response to the pandemic. The study utilized a survey questionnaire to gather data, and the results showed that the faculty members encountered various challenges in adapting to the digital platforms, such as inadequate technical skills and limited access to technology. However, the study also found that the faculty members perceived some opportunities from the shift to digital learning, such as increased flexibility and accessibility of educational resources. The study suggests that the faculty members need support and training to improve their technical skills and increase access to technology.
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