Will Education Return to Normal?

Abstract

All educational institutions are currently reopening because the global community is more prepared and has the resources needed to control the spread of Covid-19. However, after years of online dominated learning, reopening schools and universities is not a simple task. Authorities need to understand the risks and benefits of school reopening across education, public health, and socio-economic factors. Educators also have the responsibility of making the transition from online to face-to-face learning easy and effective for students. Understanding how the public, especially students, perceives the current school reopening practice could direct the current policies and approaches in the right direction. The present study shows that the public has a positive sentiment during the current school reopening. This result can reassure policymakers and educators since preparedness, mental wellbeing, and emotions are essential in learning.