Write a letter to the editor of The Times of India (Student edition), expressing your opinion and views to start the school physically. Highlight your concern to begin the school and difficulties in virtual learning. Using your own suggestions, write letter in 100-120 words.
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Dear Sir, Through the columns of your esteemed daily, I would like to draw the attention of the Transport authorities of ____________ (Place), to the great inconvenience that daily commuters have to face in reaching their work-place or offices in time due to lack of timely bus service.
A holistic approach to education – that addresses students’ learning, social and emotional needs – is crucial, especially in times of crisis. School closures related to the current COVID-19 pandemic mean that students from diverse backgrounds who are more at risk of increased vulnerability are less likely to receive the support and extra services they need, and the gap between students that experience additional barriers and that do not might widen. Closures can also have considerable effects on students’ sense of belonging to schools and their feelings of self-worth – these are key for inclusion in education.
This Policy Brief describes OECD Member Countries’ initiatives to address the different needs of vulnerable students during the COVID-19 pandemic. Beyond school closures, it also examines the issue of school re-openings by presenting countries’ current measures and providing policy pointers aimed to ensure that the pandemic does not further hinder the inclusion of vulnerable students in education systems.