Virtual In-Service Training: Its Impact to Teaching and Learning Process in the New Normal School Setting

Abstract

This study was undertaken by the researcher to assess how effective the Virtual In- Service Training (INSET) in the teaching-learning process in the New Normal School Setting. Specifically, this sought to answer the teacher’s perception on the teaching and learning process in the New Normal, how the respondents assess Virtual In-Service Training (INSET) in terms of training management, content, delivery of learning, relevance and expertise of the speakers and the effects of Virtual In-Service Training (INSET) in teaching and learning in the New Normal. In this study, descriptive research was used. Google online survey questionnaire was the main instrument used to generate the needed information. Results showed that in terms of teacher’s perception of the teaching and learning process in the New Normal strongly agreed on the learning concepts and skills were more reflective, content was appealing and interesting, it promoted students independent learning and enhanced mutual understanding between teachers and students. The Virtual In-Service Training was very good as reflected on the Google survey and as an essential need for all the teachers to grow more professionally and to learn new concepts and styles relative to teaching. It was attested effectively in terms of relevance, content, expertise of the speakers, training management and delivery of learning. Results of the effects of Virtual In-Service Training (INSET) in teaching and learning process in the new normal school setting gained positive remarks focusing on improving teacher’s computer literacy, quality of teacher training, enhanced self-directed learning skills and developed sense of perfect behavior in working strategies. It is recommended that teachers need to find ways on looking a stable internet connection for the smooth flow of the Virtual In-Service Training.