This study employed qualitative and narrative research design. This sought to explore the experiences of public-school students on radio-based instruction amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, specifically to narrate and draw insights. It was conducted through in-depth interview and focus group discussion to collect data from the participants. Purposive sampling was used to determine the participants of this study. There were six students of public junior high school and six parents and/or guardians who were identified as research participants. It was administered among the schools of the Municipality of Caraga utilizing Radio-Based Instruction as one of their alternative learning delivery modalities. The nine elements were observed to establish ethical standards and to provide safety among the participants. The data from the interview transcription were analyzed using thematic analysis. Based on the results, most of the essential responses that were related to their stories during the radio-based instruction are categorized into technical, student behavior and instructional issues. Insights were drawn based on their narrative stories such as good alternative delivery mode, supplementary materials should not be taken for granted, accessibility to radio is necessary, being attentive in listening, and parents should be cautious during radio lesson. This study delves into the stories and insights that can broaden access to education by bringing it to the learners location as a sort of distance learning through the transmission of radio lessons.

radio-based instruction

distance learning

technical issue

student-behavioral issue

instructional issue