The sudden shift into distance learning has been difficult on many students, contributing to their struggles in core content studies. For subjects like science and medicine, students are missing out on live experimentation.
However, technology has creative solutions for exploring science while remaining educational. For example, the Globe Observer app can be used for students to track observations of clouds, land cover, and tree measurements. Similarly, students can use Google Sky, which lets you explore the solar system without a telescope.
We can agree that at least 90% of students are learning from home due to COVID-19. Most learners feel in lower spirits and less motivated than before the pandemic, and the same applies to teachers as well. On top of that, students are having trouble concentrating. While it’s important to understand that a sudden transition into remote/ homeschooling is uneasy, students can still thrive and learn when parents and educators work together to create a more comfortable learning environment.
However, it’s essential only to use technology that is essential for the students’ educational growth. As for all other technology, turn them off. In an educational environment, they are distractions. For instance, numerous studies had found that cell phone notifications interfere with attention and productivity – even when participants didn’t physically engage with their device.
The Coronavirus may have changed education for good. However, technology will fill the gap in engaging techniques for keeping students engaged. In this environment, the future of education will only continue to grow more interesting.
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