Lessons of the Pandemic

Disruption, Innovation, and What Schools Need to Move Forward

By David T. Marshall, Harry Anthony Patrinos, Tim Pressley | Publisher: Guilford Publications

About the book

The impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on K–12 education have been pervasive and profound. This engaging book concisely outlines the current crisis in schools in the core areas of student learning, student and teacher mental health, and teacher burnout. Synthesizing original research, David T. Marshall and Tim Pressley offer in-depth descriptions of the disruptions caused by prolonged school closures and remote instruction. They also identify some positive changes, such as increased use of online resources and technology, flexible work models, and greater attention to social and emotional learning. Sharing key findings, concrete examples, and teachers’ own voices about what they need to succeed, the book provides clear recommendations for moving schools forward effectively and sustainably. 

Editions of Lessons of the Pandemic

Paperback
ISBN 9781462553877
EBook
ISBN 9781462553907

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The impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on K–12 education have been pervasive and profound. This engaging book concisely outlines the current crisis in schools in the core areas of student learning, student and teacher mental health, and teacher burnout. Synthesizing original research, David T. Marshall and Tim Pressley offer in-depth descriptions of the disruptions caused by prolonged school closures and remote instruction. They also identify some positive changes, such as increased use of online resources and technology, flexible work models, and greater attention to social and emotional learning. Sharing key findings, concrete examples, and teachers’ own voices about what they need to succeed, the book provides clear recommendations for moving schools forward effectively and sustainably. 

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What is Lessons of the Pandemic about?

The impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on K–12 education have been pervasive and profound. This engaging book concisely outlines the current crisis in schools in the core areas of student learning, student and teacher mental health, and teacher burnout. Synthesizing original research, David T. Marshall and Tim Pressley offer in-depth descriptions of the disruptions caused by prolonged school closures and remote instruction. They also identify some positive changes, such as increased use of online resources and technology, flexible work models, and greater attention to social and emotional learning. Sharing key findings, concrete examples, and teachers’ own voices about what they need to succeed, the book provides clear recommendations for moving schools forward effectively and sustainably. 

What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Lessons of the Pandemic?

Society and Social Sciences > Education / Educational sciences / Pedagogy > Teaching skills and techniques > Teaching of reading, writing and numeracy

Where can I read a sample of Lessons of the Pandemic?

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Who is/are the Author/s of the book Lessons of the Pandemic?

David T. Marshall, Harry Anthony Patrinos, Tim Pressley

Who is the Publisher of the book Lessons of the Pandemic?

Guilford Publications

What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?

Lessons of the Pandemic is available as paperback(ISBN 9781462553877) and ebook(ISBN 9781462553907)

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