Psychological Thinking of Faculty and their Issues and Concerns on the Opening of Classes amidst Covid-19 Pandemic

Abstract

This study aimed to identify the issues and concerns of faculty members on the opening of classes amidst the Covid-19 pandemic in Guimaras State College, Philippines during the academic year 2020-2021. The study used a quantitative research design and a survey method with 107 faculty members as participants. The study found that the top issues faced by faculty members were related to technology, student engagement, and workload, while major concerns were focused on health and safety. The results also indicated significant differences in concerns among respondents based on age and sex, with young and male respondents being more troubled. Furthermore, there was a significant positive correlation between issues and concerns, suggesting that addressing the issues related to the opening of classes can help alleviate the concerns of faculty members. These findings can guide policymakers in addressing the specific concerns of each group and providing appropriate support and resources to improve the faculty members' experience during the pandemic.