As COVID-19 continues to spread, a return to normalcy has become unlikely or, at best, delayed. To share how schools are confronting the challenges of reopening and resuming remote instruction, EdSurge and Social Context Labs, a data analytics firm, are monitoring what districts are planning throughout the fall.
Specifically, we are tracking policies that districts are publishing and updating throughout the year, with an eye on plans for supporting teachers, students and their families. What tools and supports are needed for remote instruction? What training will teachers get? If and when doors reopen, what precautionary measures will be in place?
These are just a few of the many questions that districts are trying to answer. Our data, which covers over 300 districts across geographical and socioeconomic backgrounds, offers a glimpse into trends in how they are addressing reopening challenges. As plans are continually being refreshed, check back regularly for the latest data and stories about what schools are doing during these challenging times.