In 2020, when COVID-19 hit, schools changed to online learning. This shift was sudden and created challenges for teachers and students.
A study showed that college students in China improved their math scores with online learning. They could pause lectures and go over problems at their own speed. However, in English classes, students found it harder to discuss and interpret material online.
Experts suggest that parents being home helped students stay focused on their work. Online learning can be effective, especially for math and quantitative subjects.
Difficult words
- shift — a sudden change in position or approach.
- challenges — difficult situations that need to be solved.
- improved — became better or increased in quality.
- pause — to stop for a short time.
- effective — producing a desired result successfully.
- interpret — to explain the meaning of something.
- focused — paying careful attention to something.
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Discussion questions
- How did online learning change your study habits?
- What are the advantages and disadvantages of online classes?
- Why do you think parents being home helped students stay focused?
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