Coronavirus is a global concern; it affects not only physical health, but also mental health. It is in this regard that the researchers aimed to determine the causes of anxiety among teachers on the progressive expansion of face-to-face classes in Eugenio Cabezas National High School.
This study utilized a quantitative research design. A total enumeration of the respondents was utilized in the study. The researchers sent out an electronic survey via google forms to teachers. This study was conducted in August of 2022 using an adopted survey questionnaire.
Table of Contents
Abstract
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
INTRODUCTION AND RATIONALE
LITERATURE REVIEW
RESEARCH QUESTIONS
SCOPE AND LIMITATIONS
RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
DISCUSSION OF RESULTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS
DISSEMINATION AND ADVOCACY PLANS
REFERENCES
Research Objectives and Focus
This study aims to identify and analyze the factors contributing to the anxiety levels of teachers regarding the progressive expansion of face-to-face classes, specifically within the context of the post-pandemic era. The research seeks to understand the challenges educators face concerning their own health safety and the potential impacts on student learning outcomes during this transition.
- Analysis of infection-related anxiety among school faculty
- Evaluation of educational anxiety regarding student development and performance
- Assessment of the psychological impact of classroom health protocols
- Examination of demographic influences on teacher anxiety levels
- Synthesis of strategies to support teacher mental health during school re-openings
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Infection-related Anxiety
Results in Table 4 shows the causes of anxiety among teachers on progressive expansion of face-to-face classes owing to the COVID-19 pandemic in terms of anxiety-related. It reveals that teachers felt a little anxious because they feel there are no effective treatments or vaccines, it is not easy to take a polymerase chain reaction test, they may be criticized and discriminated when infected, and it is difficult to take preventive measures against infection. On the other hand, the data revealed that teachers felt a moderately anxious because the virus is invisible, when they hear about the negative situation involving measures and medical care lagging behind in other countries, about getting infected when they want to go to hospital because of an illness, they don’t know how long it will last, when infected the information and behavior of the infected person is revealed, they cannot ensure the safety of teachers themselves or of their families, the infection prevention measures between classrooms vary, their students may get infected. In overall the teachers felt moderately anxious in terms of infection.
Summary of Chapters
INTRODUCTION AND RATIONALE: Establishes COVID-19 as a global crisis impacting education and identifies the need to investigate anxiety amongst teachers in the Philippines during the return to classroom instruction.
LITERATURE REVIEW: Examines previous global and local research on the mental health effects of the pandemic on educators, highlighting the need for further study regarding the transition to face-to-face schooling.
RESEARCH QUESTIONS: Outlines the specific inquiry into the demographic profiles of teachers and the root causes of their anxiety related to infections and educational outcomes.
SCOPE AND LIMITATIONS: Defines the research boundaries, focusing on a specific cohort of 30 teachers at Eugenio Cabezas National High School for the 2022-2023 school year.
RESEARCH METHODOLOGY: Explains the quantitative approach used, utilizing total enumeration of the subject population and an adopted survey instrument to gather data.
DISCUSSION OF RESULTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS: Presents the primary data findings on teacher anxiety, showing moderate levels of concern, and suggests institutional support strategies for mental health.
DISSEMINATION AND ADVOCACY PLANS: Outlines the authors' commitment to sharing these findings through research colloquiums and academic publication.
Keywords
COVID-19, Teacher anxiety, Face-to-face classes, Infection-related anxiety, Educational anxiety, School reopening, Post-pandemic mental health, Student education, Quantitative research, Psychological symptoms, Philippines education, Physical health, Learning continuity, Classroom safety, Teacher support.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the primary focus of this research?
The study investigates the causes and levels of anxiety among teachers specifically associated with the progressive expansion and resumption of in-person classes during the post-pandemic period.
What are the central themes discussed in the work?
The central themes include infection-related worries, challenges in maintaining educational quality, and the overall mental well-being of teachers transitioning back to physical classroom settings.
What is the core research question?
The study aims to determine the specific factors causing anxiety among teachers at Eugenio Cabezas National High School and to assess their overall level of anxiety regarding face-to-face instruction.
Which scientific methodology was utilized?
The researchers employed a quantitative research design using total enumeration to survey 30 teachers, analyzing the gathered data through frequencies and means.
What primary areas are covered in the main section?
The main section covers the demographic profiles of the respondents, analyzes specific infection-related and educational anxiety factors, and presents the conclusions drawn from the survey data.
Which keywords best characterize this study?
Key terms include teacher anxiety, COVID-19, face-to-face classes, educational anxiety, student performance, mental health, and institutional support.
How do 'Infection-related' and 'Educational' anxiety differ in the findings?
Infection-related anxiety focuses on the fear of catching the virus or concerns regarding safety protocols, while educational anxiety centers on the potential for learning delays and widening academic gaps among students.
What recommendation is provided for school stakeholders?
The study recommends that school heads provide ongoing support for teachers' mental health through dedicated programs and maintain strict health protocols to ensure confidence and safety during the resumption of school.
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- Kevin Kertz Peñaflor (Autor), Girlie S. Colocado (Autor), Arlene P. Rosanes (Autor), 2023, The Causes of Anxiety Among Teachers. The Progressive Expansion of Face-To-Face Classes, Múnich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/1325238
