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A Parent’s Guide to Helping Children Succeed at Online Learning
It might not be the same as classroom learning, but it can still be very effective
School is out for millions of children nationwide as K-12 education shifts from the classroom to the internet. While many school districts gave their teachers crash courses in online learning, parents also play a major role in ensuring that kids get a first-rate education.
But many parents never planned to do this. Many parents are trying to both work and oversee their child’s education.
Are you struggling to balance your day with supervising your child’s coursework? If you are, know that it’s okay. Even though it’s been months, things have changed so much and so often that it’s not surprising you might still struggle. And with no end in sight, you might be starting to worry that your child and their education will suffer if you don’t figure something out soon.
Try these suggestions for providing the parental guidance and input your child needs.
Planning and Preparing
Your school may have sent your child home with devices and materials for completing their assignments. You’ll still need to provide structure and motivation.
