Photo by Arnun ChonmahatrakoolAcademics have said that schools need to prepare for a second wave of Covid-19 infections if they are to avoid further disruptions to the education of their students. "The pandemic denied many children, particularly those in rural areas, learning and self-development opportunities," Dilaka Lathapipat, Human Development Economist for the Education Unit of the World Bank based in Bangkok, said. He suggested education-related units must urgently address this problem while getting ready to deal with a possible second wave of Covid-19 infections more efficiently. The economist was one of the speakers during Friday's "My School and Covid-19" online discussion arranged by the Princess Maha Chakri Award Foundation, the Ministry of Education and education organisations. Students were also bullied at school more than other students in OECD countries.

Source: Bangkok Post October 26, 2020 02:26 UTC