Kihyun Daniel Park - Teaching in the Global Pandemic - South Korea

Tanya Park, an English teacher in South Korea, discusses the impact of COVID-19 on education. Schools transitioned to online learning using various platforms, facing challenges in student self-management and teacher roles. The pandemic highlighted the dual role of schools in education and childcare. Social distancing measures have changed teaching dynamics, emphasizing the need for schools despite online alternatives.

What was the initial reaction of schools in South Korea to the COVID-19 outbreak?

• They implemented online classes immediately.

• They increased the number of physical classes.

• They continued classes as usual.

• They closed schools for more than two months.

Which platform did Tanya Park's school choose for online classes?

• Zoom

• Google Meet

• Microsoft Teams

• Neighbor Band

What was a major concern for teachers regarding online learning?

• Technical issues with platforms

• Insufficient teaching materials

• Students' self-management

• Lack of internet access

What dual role did schools realize they had during the pandemic?

• Sports and academics

• Education and childcare

• Teaching and providing meals

• Discipline and entertainment

Why do teachers believe physical schools are still necessary?

• For extracurricular activities

• For student self-management

• For social interaction

• For better internet access

What change in classroom settings was mentioned due to COVID-19?

• Increased class sizes

• No need for masks

• Mandatory mask-wearing

• More outdoor classes

How has the role of teachers evolved during the pandemic?

• From educators to facilitators

• From facilitators to discipliners

• From discipliners to educators

• From educators to entertainers