HomePsychology and Education: A Multidisciplinary Journalvol. 39 no. 6 (2025)

The Challenges and Strategies of Teachers Teaching English in Far-Flung Schools in Sultan Kudarat

Glory Lou Mancenero | Anna Liza Cerbo

Discipline: Education

 

Abstract:

This study explored the challenges and strategies of teachers teaching English in far-flung schools in Sultan Kudarat. Using a qualitative research approach, data were gathered through online and face-to-face interviews with teachers who shared their challenges, strategies, and forms of support they needed from the Department of Education. The results revealed that teachers face significant challenges, including foundational learning gaps, cultural and linguistic challenges, socio-economic barriers, and resource and infrastructure limitations. To overcome these challenges, teachers employed various strategies such as employing innovative teaching strategies, culturally and linguistically responsive strategies, fostering supportive learning environment, and maximizing local resources and community support. The study also highlighted the needed support of teachers for educational resources and infrastructure, financial support and budget allocation, and teacher development through training and on-site support to address the challenges effectively. By shedding light on these issues, this research contributes on improving English education in far-flung schools.



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