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Bridging educational gap for children coming from low socio-economic status during COVID-19 pandemic: teachers’ experiences

Year: 2026

Type: article

Abstract: The purpose of this study is to explore early childhood teachers’ perspectives on the bridging educational gap, for children coming from low socioeconomic status during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic. A qualitative methodology was utilized in the study. The data draws on phone interviews with 18 early childhood teachers working in public schools to understand the influences of the COVID-19 pandemic on children living in low-SES districts of Türkiye. Open coding data analysis revealed that children’s developmental areas are negatively affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. Distance education failed because of various parent-, child-, and curriculum-related factors. Children academic gains would not be maintained or supported due to school closure. Finally, home confinement triggered dramatic increase in children’s exposure to the screen.

Source: Cogent Social Sciences

DOI: 10.1080/23311886.2026.2664164

Authors: Nasser Mansour, Zeynep Temiz, Şenil Ünlü, Simge Yılmaz, Mustafa Çevik

Institutions: Qatar University, Karamanoğlu Mehmetbey University, Kırıkkale University, Mersin Üniversitesi

Language: English

Topic: Education during COVID-19 pandemic

Subfield: Education

Field: Social Sciences

Domain: Social Sciences

SDGs: Quality education, Reduced inequalities, Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $1,165