VOICED : Niños de América Latina perdieron hasta 1,8 años de aprendizaje por pandemia

The World Bank has raised concerns about the significant learning loss in Latin America due to the pandemic, estimating a delay of 1 to 1.8 years for returning students. This educational crisis, if unaddressed, could lead to a less productive future generation with reduced income potential. The region faced one of the longest school closures globally, exacerbating pre-existing educational challenges. The forum urges governments to prioritize educational recovery and ensure all students return to school, with support from leaders in Chile, Honduras, Argentina, and Ecuador.

What is the estimated range of learning loss in years for children in Latin America due to the pandemic?

• 2 to 3 years

• 3 to 4 years

• 1 to 1.8 years

• 0.5 to 1 year

Which organizations joined the World Bank in highlighting the educational crisis in Latin America?

• UNESCO and the Latin American dialogue

• UNICEF and WHO

• UNICEF and the European Union

• OECD and IMF

What potential impact does the World Bank predict if no action is taken to address the educational crisis?

• Improved educational infrastructure

• Reduced productivity and income

• Higher future income

• Increased literacy rates

What percentage of students in Latin America had the minimum competencies before the pandemic?

• One third

• Half

• Two thirds

• All students

Which countries' leaders supported the educational recovery initiative through recorded messages?

• Chile, Honduras, Argentina, and Ecuador

• Brazil, Peru, Colombia, and Venezuela

• Mexico, Guatemala, Panama, and Bolivia

• Costa Rica, Nicaragua, Paraguay, and Uruguay