The Biggest Disruption in the History of American Education

The Biggest Disruption in the History of American Education

8/28/2022

link

https://www.theatlantic.com/ideas/archive/2022/06/covid-learning-loss-remote-school/661360/

summary

In this article, the author discusses the impact of remote schooling during the COVID-19 pandemic on students' learning. The article argues that the disruptions caused by the pandemic have led to significant learning loss for many students. It explores the challenges of remote learning, such as lack of access to technology, limited social interaction, and difficulties in maintaining focus and motivation. The article also highlights the unequal impact of remote learning on disadvantaged students who faced additional barriers to education. It concludes by calling for targeted interventions and support to address the learning loss experienced by students during this period.

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social impact ꞏ school closures ꞏ educational success ꞏ remote learning ꞏ education ꞏ student achievement ꞏ educational system ꞏ covid-19 ꞏ educational resources ꞏ digital divide ꞏ teacher-student relationship ꞏ academic performance ꞏ learning loss ꞏ academic support ꞏ education inequality ꞏ educational equity ꞏ student engagement ꞏ educational technology ꞏ online education ꞏ educational research ꞏ pandemic ꞏ educational reform ꞏ educational interventions ꞏ educational policy ꞏ educational disparities ꞏ educational challenges ꞏ educational outcomes ꞏ educational opportunity ꞏ distance learning ꞏ virtual learning