ONLINE LEARNING STRATEGIES AT PRIMARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION LEVELS IN TANGERANG CITY

Abstract

The aim of this research is to formulate an online learning strategy, especially at the primary and secondary education levels post the COVID-19 pandemic in the city of Tangerang. In fact, the learning process can continue consistently without obstacles. However, there are many conditions that can interfere with the learning process. One of them is the COVID-19 pandemic which has infected more than 200 countries in the world. The country of Indonesia has not escaped exposure to the Corona virus. Almost all lines of human life have been significantly negatively affected, including the education sector. Change is inevitable, therefore anticipatory steps are an absolute must to always be prepared. This research uses qualitative methods, data collection techniques by conducting studies of various secondary data, data analysis using the Miles and Huberman method with participant educators, students, and parents at primary and secondary education levels in the city of Tangerang. The research findings on online learning strategies at primary and secondary education levels refer to 2 (two) sides, namely technology and human resources (HR), especially educators. It is recommended that for the online learning process to run well, support from the latest learning technology is necessary, both in terms of hardware and software. On the other hand, the readiness, skills, and competence of human resources in the online learning process, especially teachers, is essential.