The Coronavirus Is Impacting Education Around The World. 

The rapid spread of the coronavirus, also known as COVID-19, has led to widespread school closures in many countries around the world to prevent the development of a full-blown pandemic. This sudden decision saved lives by protecting people from infection and preventing possible further damage from the pandemic. However, school closures around the world have had a major impact on the education sector, causing delays in classes and changes in the education system.

Education is an important aspect of life and society. It helps individuals get better opportunities to compete in the world of work and society and achieve better economic growth. Poor access to education leads to poverty, so the government is working hard to provide quality education to its constituents. That's why governments are pushing to reopen schools amid the pandemic, despite limited preparations.

One way to continue education in the face of the threat of COVID-19 is to bring it to online platforms. Using a computer and an Internet connection, teachers and students can teach from home. This is a great alternative to traditional face-to-face classes, as it allows for the absolute social distancing necessary to prevent the spread of the disease. However, many students may not be able to take online courses due to a lack of resources. Only 60% of the world's student population has access to a computer and an internet connection. A situation that disadvantages children in poverty.

Another alternative to traditional education is modular learning systems. The system provides printed materials with activity pages for teachers to test student understanding. This also applies to social distancing, as teachers have limited time to spend with students. Teachers only need to deliver the modules and assess students at the end of each semester or course. There is no need to gather all students together in crowds that could spread the disease.

The disadvantage of a modular learning system is that parents have to take on more responsibility to help their children understand the lessons. This worries some parents, especially those who are not well-educated and may not be able to provide their children with a proper education. In an interview with Asia News, the father said, ``My child is still in kindergarten or elementary school, but he's already in high school, so it's okay.'' “ How can I help her when she has only just finished fourth grade?” School closures and changes to the education system have had a huge impact on families. Especially in low-income countries, many families rely on schools not only for education but also for food and childcare. Some schools offer free meals to students, and poor parents take advantage of them. Therefore, millions of children around the world are going hungry due to school closures. Additionally, many parents are forced to quit their jobs to care for young children, impacting household finances. Due to the challenges of new teaching methods, many children may not be able to register this year. This can lead to early marriage and contribute significantly to poverty.

Changes in the education system due to the coronavirus pose challenges for children, parents, and society. Using new methods to deliver education is risky but necessary to prevent further damage from the pandemic. Although there may be some failures in such rapid changes, there are also benefits, such as revamping traditional education systems that have been used for hundreds of years. Perhaps these challenges are necessary for us to have the courage to try new things, such as introducing technology into education.

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