{"id":13065,"date":"2023-03-20T17:01:00","date_gmt":"2023-03-20T21:01:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/nearpod.com\/blog\/?p=13065"},"modified":"2023-06-26T12:22:33","modified_gmt":"2023-06-26T16:22:33","slug":"strategies-for-combatting-learning-loss-and-supporting-sel","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/nearpod.com\/blog\/strategies-for-combatting-learning-loss-and-supporting-sel\/","title":{"rendered":"4 Ways to overcome learning loss and build social emotional skills"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

What is learning loss?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

As educators and parents grow increasingly concerned about the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on students, \u201clearning loss\u201d has become the center of many conversations. Often, the discourse implies that educators should focus on precisely measuring and monitoring the amount of knowledge and skill lost to the pandemic. But this narrow view of the issue may miss the true scope of the problem. This unprecedented period of loss goes far beyond lost learning\u2014milestones missed, loss of normalcy, and lives lost. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This is why, at Nearpod<\/a>, we\u2019ve reframed the issue around what we should do moving forward:<\/strong> How can educators create an environment where both learning and whole child needs are maximized?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The problem of learning loss is: It\u2019s not the only problem<\/em><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Exhibit 3 from McKinsey study<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

To address this question, we must confront a reality that the pandemic has only exacerbated; COVID-19 has compounded existing inequalities. As a result, learning loss (as well as other losses) is predicted to affect Black and Latinx students disproportionately<\/a>. This has the potential to impact educational outcomes for years to come. Therefore, any solutions must be culturally responsive and equity-based. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

There won\u2019t be one simple answer; overcoming the impact of this period of loss will take innovative solutions and a dedication to students\u2019 social and emotional needs, as well as their academic ones.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In these efforts, we know that teachers will be critical, which is why at Nearpod, we build tools and content that equip and empower teachers to address the unique and diverse needs of their students. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The collective results of over 20 studies clearly support the efficacy of using Nearpod to improve learning outcomes<\/a> <\/strong>and facilitate a classroom community where students feel a sense of belonging and emotional safety, which is more critical than ever.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Unlock the full instructional power of Nearpod with the unlimited access, collaboration, integrations, and support your teachers need.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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4 Strategies to overcome learning loss and build social emotional learning skills<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Below, we outline four research-backed, equity-minded strategies teachers can use to maximize whole-child benefits in the wake of unfinished learning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Foster strong relationships in the classroom<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Relationships are a core tenet of a culturally responsive classroom, and they are crucial to addressing learning loss. Students need to trust and feel safe in their classroom community in order to be comfortable with the vulnerability that learning entails. Consistent social and emotional learning activities<\/a> practice results in productive habits that shape student learning and life experiences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Using Nearpod makes it more likely for students to identify themselves as members of the learning community. This is accomplished through authentic interactions with their teachers, as well as strengthened peer interactions.(i)<\/sup> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here are three Nearpod strategies to help foster a sense of community in your classroom and build social emotional learning skills:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Feeling Gratitude: K-2 Nearpod activity<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n