16 April 2020
The following findings illustrate the need for tailored policies that look at the delivery of learning (including resolving connectivity issues), the well-being of students and the challenges faced by households depending on their employment status (during confinement), income and demographics (e.g. single parents, migrants):
Education International’s member survey to which 92 of its members responded shows a mixed bag when it comes to measures taken by governments during the crisis to minimise the impact on student education. Students are mostly taught via online means. Less than half of respondents said that teachers provide lesson content and are in regular contact with parents. Only 26% said that teachers are being supported with access to appropriate resources both curriculum based and pedagogical. On the positive side, only 13% said that no government action was taken. In addition, the survey shows that part-time and temporary teachers’ as well as education support professionals income has been significantly hit by the school closures.