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The coronavirus crisis has forced school districts, colleges and universities to shift to teaching and learning online. But distance learning poses myriad challenges in a state of 40 million people where many students still lack reliable access to the internet and the devices they need to succeed in online learning. On this page, you will find EdSource’s stories exploring these challenges and strategies to overcome them.
Special Education
May 1, 2020

California parents of special education students find ways to cope with unique challenges during school closures

With no routine and limited access to services, students and their families are feeling stressed and overwhelmed.

Carolyn Jones
Distance Learning
May 1, 2020

More California students are online, but digital divide runs deep with distance learning

More than a month since most schools first closed, at least 270,000 students remain disconnected to the internet at home.

Sydney Johnson And Michael Burke
Distance Learning
April 29, 2020

Quick Guide: How to protect a student’s privacy online

Privacy experts share best practices for video as California schools make the switch to online learning. 

Sydney Johnson
Coronavirus
April 28, 2020

Parents struggle to find resources, fit into new role as their children’s teacher

Parents are juggling the responsibility of being their children's teacher with their jobs and other obligations during the coronavirus pandemic.

Diana Lambert
Distance Learning
April 27, 2020

Why distance learning is a success in one California district

As schools scramble to figure out distance learning plans, one district shares what’s worked a month into distance learning.

Sydney Johnson
Digital Divide
April 21, 2020

Internet providers asked to do more for California students without access

Donations announced Monday are beginning to chip away at the daunting task of connecting all students to devices and internet from home.

Sydney Johnson
Digital Divide
April 16, 2020

California moves to close digital divide as schools shift online

“Let's face it, there's been a digital divide in California for decades,” California State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond said.

Sydney Johnson
Commentary
April 16, 2020

Let's hail the heroes of higher ed’s pandemic-inspired shift into the modern age

An unsung handful of employees at each UC campus facilitated the rapid transition to online instruction.

Jody Greene
Distance Learning
April 15, 2020

Making distance learning work in Kern County

The county office of education is coordinating a multi-district use of a common distance learning platform and providing internet access.

John Fensterwald
Coronavirus
April 10, 2020

New website offers tips for teachers about virtual special education

Teachers can share ideas and resources for serving special education students online.

Carolyn Jones
Coronavirus
April 7, 2020

Thousands of California students still without laptops and Wi-Fi for distance learning

State education officials are calling on more companies and individuals to donate laptops and WiFi hotspots for students.

Sydney Johnson
Coronavirus
April 7, 2020

Disability rights groups, school administrators spar over possible changes to special education laws

U.S. Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos may recommend special education changes to Congress.

Carolyn Jones