A Path Analytic Investigation of Non-Qatari Mothers’ Perceived Adjustment to Blended Learning During the COVID-19 Pandemic

Abstract

Purpose: This study aims to better understand the factors influencing non-Qatari mothers’ perceived adjustment to blended learning during the COVID-19 pandemic in Qatar.

Method: A 34-item questionnaire was administered to 446 non-Qatari women living in Qatar during the pandemic. Exploratory Factor Analysis was used as a data reduction technique and to test the validity of the instrument. The Kaiser–Meyer–Olkin measure of sampling adequacy and Bartlett’s test of sphericity were calculated.

Findings: Four out of seven hypotheses were confirmed using Multiple Regression Analysis. Four independent variables (1) mothers’ perception of school support during COVID-19 (2) work-life balance (3) students’ perceived adjustment to blended learning and (4) independent (innovative) learning significantly affect mothers’ perceived adjustment to blended learning during the pandemic.

Implications: This study provides strategic insights regarding non-Qatari mothers’ perceived adjustment to blended learning during the COVID-19 Pandemic.  Findings of the present study should encourage schools and employers in Qatar to better understand expat mothers’ challenges during crises such as COVID-19.