Brown University Economist and Parenting Author Emily Oster on What Will Happen to Kids This Fall

Emily Oster discusses the challenges parents face in balancing socialization and safety during school reopenings amid COVID-19. She explores educational options for parents, such as homeschooling and shared childcare, and addresses the impact of school closures on educational inequality. Oster also considers the long-term socialization effects on children and the economic implications of school and daycare closures.

What are some of the challenges parents face in balancing socialization and safety for their children during the pandemic?

How can parents creatively think about childcare options when schools are not fully open?

What solutions were suggested for parents to manage their children's education during the pandemic?

What impact does the pandemic have on the educational gap between low-income and higher-income students?

In what ways can online learning solutions be made more accessible for low-income students?

What are the potential long-term effects of the current socialization challenges faced by children?

How does the current situation affect female labor force participation according to the discussion?