Challenges And Innovations In Primary Education In Chhattisgarh During The Post-COVID Era: A Stakeholder Perspective

Abstract

The COVID-19 pandemic has had a profound impact on the education system in Chhattisgarh, with primary education being especially affected due to challenges related to infrastructure, limited access to technology, and the sudden transition to online learning. This study investigates the perspectives of four critical stakeholders—teachers, parents, educational functionaries, and students—on the challenges they faced and the innovations they implemented during the post-COVID recovery phase. Utilizing qualitative methods, including interviews and surveys, the research highlights the distinct difficulties experienced by each group and the innovative strategies developed to ensure the continuation of learning. The findings underscore the importance of stakeholder collaboration in addressing educational setbacks and offer valuable recommendations to enhance primary education in the state for future resilience.