EVALUTING ONLINE LEARNING DURING THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC AT JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOLS IN GORONTALO DISTRICT

ABSTRACT : This research evaluates online learning applied during the COVID-19 pandemic at junior highschools in Gorontalo District. It takes perspectives from available resources, implementation processes,achievements, and the influences on student character, knowledge, and skill changes. This evaluative researchwas using the CIPPO (Context, Input, Process, Product, and Outcome) model. Research data were collectedthrough interview, observation, and documentation. Data were analyzed using a descriptive qualitative methodmade up of five steps: data collection, data reduction, data presentation, triangulation, and conclusionverification. Online learning at junior high schools in Gorontalo District had adhered to the Circular Letter ofthe Ministry of Education and culture of the Republic of Indonesia and Gorontalo Regent Regulation. Based onthe input aspects, embracing human resources, facilities and infrastructures, and funding, all schools hadadequate resources for online learning implementation. And yet, some factors came in the way of onlinelearning. For example, as regards human resources, teachers did not understand how to use technology in onlinelearning, and several teachers did not have smartphones or laptops. Attributed to students, students could notunderstand materials, and some could not afford required gadgets due to family economy condition.Additionally, some parents could not help students understand materials and assist them during learningprocesses. These problems led to declined online learning program products (student learning achievements).Student achievements were worse than that in previous years. However, student learning competenciesdeveloped significantly during the COVID-19 pandemic.

KEYWORDS: CIPPO Model, COVID-19 Pandemic, Online Learning