Teachers, students struggle to connect over distance learning
12/16/2020 Kayla Rainville of Woonsocket said her stepson, Jordan, is often frustrated with distance learning. WOONSOCKET – It’s been nine months since the country started its grand experiment in virtual learning due to the dangers of the COVID-19 pandemic, and many families report the system just isn’t working for them. The causes are many – lack of child care, spotty internet access, isolation, depression, and a need for personalized learning are among those often cited in School Committee meetings and online forums. And while many continue to extol the efforts of teachers and admin...