In light of the current events, the term distance learning has become as recognizable today as the word recess. However, the phrase may create an adverse reaction for many educators. Before the pandemic, many teachers started including more technology in their lesson plans; however, delivering instruction in a true distance learning model is much more than that.
Right now, you might be full of good intentions. You are horrified at atrocities in the news. You believe racism is wrong. You believe all kids should have equitable opportunities for educational success. You liked posts on social media and maybe even posted something yourself in support of people of color…Without action, the rest is like shoving junk into a closet and saying your house is clean. It’s all surface level.
In light of the current events, the term distance learning has become as recognizable today as the word recess. However, the phrase may create an adverse reaction for many educators. Before the pandemic, many teachers started including more technology in their lesson plans; however, delivering instruction in a true distance learning model is much more than that.
