Khan Academy and Clark County School District Response to COVID-19

The video is a live stream hosted by Khan Academy, discussing the impact of COVID-19 on education. Sal Khan introduces Dr. Jesus Jarrah, superintendent of Clark County School District, who shares insights on managing the district during the pandemic. They discuss initial responses, challenges like digital divide and food insecurity, and solutions implemented, such as distance learning and community support. The conversation also touches on the future of education, special education, and maintaining equity. The session concludes with reflections on the situation and a call for patience and support.

What is the primary mission of Khan Academy during the school closures?

• To provide paid educational resources

• To offer free world-class education to anyone, anywhere

• To develop new educational games

• To focus solely on college-level courses

Who is Dr. Jesus Jara?

• A principal in Orlando

• The superintendent of Clark County School District

• The governor of Nevada

• A teacher at Khan Academy

What was one of the first steps taken by Clark County School District in response to COVID-19?

• Rolling out an emergency management plan

• Implementing a digital one-to-one device program

• Closing all schools indefinitely

• Hiring more teachers

How did Clark County School District address the issue of food insecurity during the pandemic?

• By providing food vouchers

• By setting up feeding sites across the district

• By increasing school lunch prices

• By partnering with local restaurants

What is the MAP Accelerator?

• A government-funded scholarship program

• A partnership for personalized learning using Khan Academy

• A new online game for students

• A new type of Chromebook

What is one potential change in education discussed for the future?

• Returning to traditional methods only

• Eliminating online learning

• Focusing solely on standardized testing

• Incorporating more project-based learning

What is a major concern for students during the extended school closures?

• Too many online classes

• The COVID-19 slide in learning

• Lack of access to sports facilities

• Increased homework

How is Clark County School District addressing the needs of students without internet access?

• Providing free internet to all households

• Distributing Chromebooks and hotspots

• Offering classes only on television

• Sending teachers to students' homes

What is the plan for high school graduations in Clark County?

• They are canceled indefinitely

• They will be held as usual

• They will be conducted online

• They are postponed with input from students

What advice does Dr. Jara give to parents and students during these times?

• To be patient and adaptable

• To ignore online learning

• To prepare for immediate school reopening

• To focus only on academics