As schools add new technology and turn increasingly to online learning, educators will need to fine-tune messaging to parents about screen time—because “engagement” no longer serves as the sole reason for ed tech adoptions.
States are drafting guidance for school districts as officials try to reduce the potential for coronavirus outbreaks as students return to classrooms in the fall.
Schools need billions of dollars in resources and added staff to reopen safely in the fall, at a time when many states and local governments expect drastic budget cuts.
Student data privacy laws still apply when a district transitions to remote learning, and keeping track of data becomes more difficult when students and staff access everything remotely, says DA guest columnist Charlie Sander.
Taking care of ourselves cannot take a back seat, say DA guest columnists Christine Ravesi-Weinstein and Matthew X. Joseph, who is also a featured speaker for FETC. They share five self-care strategies for educators, from educators, including staying connected and leading with heart.
Parents expressed strong support for teachers and principals, while educators are growing concerned that they are not reaching all students with online learning.
Seniors at Atlantis Charter School in Massachusetts have continued their career readiness programs in the virtual space, says DA guest columnist and Career Academy Director Pat Hawkridge, who provides four strategies for making the move online.
Poor broadband access is common throughout rural school districts, making distance learning difficult during coronavirus-related school closures, but educators are still finding ways to keep students learning.
Using technology to personalize learning for inpatient and day hospital program students is important to maintain engagement and connection, says DA guest columnist Emily Hersh, superintendent of Mount Pleasant Blythedale Union Free School District in New York.
A college advising coalition working to increase college access redoubles its efforts to keep high school seniors and juniors focused on college enrollment.
