Key points:
- Social growth is a critical part of a student’s K-12 learning experience
- Students don’t have to sacrifice social opportunities just because they learn online
- See related article: Leveraging edtech to help students, teachers stay connected
- Stay up to date on the latest trends about learning in the digital age
The expansion of online education has been a real boon for busy parents, teachers, and students. Online learning lets children learn from the comfort of their own homes and gives teachers a chance to set their own schedules.
However, some parents and teachers are worried about the social growth of students who are learning remotely. This is understandable, as some kids who learn online do so alone and only meet their peers via video calls.
Fortunately, there are plenty of ways for students to foster social connections during online schooling. Kids who are enrolled in online learning can still connect with their peers in virtual breakout rooms and should be given every opportunity to meet up informally during the school day.
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