Jessica Lander - Teaching in the Global Pandemic - Lowell, MA USA

The teacher shares experiences from teaching immigrant and refugee students during the COVID-19 pandemic. Initially on a research fellowship, the teacher returned to a virtual classroom in 2020, facing challenges like internet access and student well-being. To support students, the teacher distributed mint plants and encouraged community projects. Despite difficulties, students achieved remarkable things, highlighting systemic inequalities and their resilience.

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