This phenomenological study aims to examine the teachers’ experiences on the implementation of blended learning modality using an interview guide questionnaire. Seven teachers were selected using purposive sampling. An individual interview was conducted to collect data from the participants. Data from the interview were analyzed thematically using the Colaizzi’s (1978) method. This study illustrated that the main challenge of teachers’ experience is the lack of exposure and readiness in the implementation of blended learning. On the other hand, respondents had experienced mixed reactions towards blended learning modality. They emphasized the struggles in time management, stress from excessive workloads, slow connectivity, and unmotivated students in blended learning instructions. They cope up with the challenges by having more patience and understanding for students who were uninterested in blended learning modality, integration of messenger app for educational purposes, adjustment for additional workloads as they eventually become more flexible, and conducting home visitation for students without internet connection. This study may serve as a component towards the implementation of blended learning modality among teachers, particularly in rural areas who experienced the same situation.
phenomenology, teachers’ lived experiences, challenges, coping mechanisms, blended learning modality
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