UNITHICS
What Educators are
Learning During the Pandemic
In 2020, educators have faced pandemic-driven remote schooling and also widespread inequities in education and society that have been made obvious by the virus. As schools were forced to switch to distance learning overnight, huge disparities became undeniable: We witnessed children, especially children of color, facing poverty, hunger, mental health issues, lack of computers and internet access, and consequent fears of falling behind. The pandemic led educators to confront these inequities and redouble their ongoing efforts to meet not only the academic but also the physical and social-emotional needs of students.
Online Classes for All
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Targeted programs to bring all children and youth back in school where they can access tailored services to meet their learning, health, psychosocial well-being, and other needs;
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Effective remedial learning to help students catch up on lost learning;
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Support for teachers to address learning losses and incorporate digital technology into their teaching.
Tips to lessen the struggles in the new normal education set-up
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Set a goal- When you set clear goals, it’s easier to manage your time and stick with your tasks.
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Practice time management- You can use a planner to help you organize tasks and assignments that you need to complete.
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Figure Out Your Learning Style- Some learn through visuals, while others learn better listening to audio materials. Whichever style of learning you prefer, take advantage of learning tools that are available.
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Take Advantage of Online Resources- Use browser extension add-ons like Grammarly if you’re writing a paper to check for spellings and grammatical errors. Online dictionaries are also available to help with your vocabulary.
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Keep Yourself Healthy- Take breaks to eat and stay hydrated. It will help you focus better on your tasks. Moreover, eat healthy and load up on multivitamins to boost your immunity.