Christopher W. Albrecht - Teaching in the Global Pandemic and Beyond

A fourth-grade teacher from Brockport, NY, reflects on the challenges and adaptations during the COVID-19 pandemic. Initially unfamiliar with technology, the teacher had to quickly adapt to remote teaching using Microsoft Teams. Emphasizing the importance of communication with families, the teacher navigated the complexities of hybrid learning models. As the school transitions back to in-person learning, the teacher ponders the lasting impacts of the pandemic on education and family life, noting the potential for positive changes in community and family dynamics.

How did the teacher adapt to using technology for teaching?

What reflections does the teacher have about the future of education post-pandemic?

What are the 'Silver Linings' the teacher hopes to grasp from the pandemic experience?