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ERIC Number: ED571865
Record Type: Non-Journal
Publication Date: 2014-Nov
Pages: 5
Abstractor: As Provided
ISBN: N/A
ISSN: N/A
EISSN: N/A
Preparing for Infectious Disease: Department of Education Recommendations to Ensure the Continuity of Teaching and Learning for Schools (K-12) during Extended Student Absence or School Dismissal
US Department of Education
The U.S. Department of Education (ED) wishes to remind states, districts, schools, students, staff, families, and guardians as well as communities about the importance of: (1) addressing the prevention of infectious disease in schools, including the seasonal flu, viral meningitis, enterovirus, and Ebola; and (2) ensuring the continuity of teaching and learning in the event of student absences or school dismissals. The purpose of this document, therefore, is to provide recommendations to help schools maintain the continuity of teaching and learning for: (1) individuals or small groups of students who are out of school for extended periods; and (2) large groups of students and staff disrupted by school dismissals or large numbers of faculty absences. These recommendations present points for education stakeholders to consider as they plan for and improve their ability to provide continuous learning, ranging from take-home assignments to online learning initiatives. This document offers key questions for states, districts, school leaders, teachers, parents, and students to think through as they prepare for continuity of teaching and learning, and provides information on resource opportunities and best practices. Continuity of Teaching and Learning--Decision Table is appended.
US Department of Education. Available from: ED Pubs. P.O. Box 1398, Jessup, MD 20794-1398. Tel: 877-433-7827; Fax: 301-470-1244; Web site: http://www.edpubs.gov
Publication Type: Reports - Descriptive
Education Level: N/A
Audience: Teachers; Students; Parents; Policymakers
Language: English
Sponsor: N/A
Authoring Institution: Department of Education (ED)
Grant or Contract Numbers: N/A