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Aug 29, 2024 21 min

Educational inequality: Post-pandemic patterns and trends

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Who was hardest hit by learning loss due to the COVID-19 pandemic? And what can states, teachers, and parents do to help students recover? On this episode of School’s In, hosts Dan Schwartz and Denise Pope welcome Professor Sean Reardon as they discuss educational inequalities exacerbated by the pandemic, and what’s needed to chart a path forward. Sean’s research sheds light on key issues, including: The impact of poverty and inequality on educational opportunities What subject showed the most learning loss in during the pandemic How learning recovery has looked in low- and higher-income communities How parents can can work with teachers to advocate for their children What states can do to step in and support learning recovery Professor Sean Reardon is the Professor of Poverty and Inequality in Education at Stanford’s Graduate School of Education, Senior Fellow at the Stanford Institute for Economic Policy Research and Professor, by courtesy, of Sociology. His research focuses on the causes, patterns, trends, and consequences of social and educational inequality. To learn more about his research, visit his faculty profile. School’s In is your go-to podcast for cutting-edge insights and enlightening conversations in education. Presented by Stanford Graduate School of Education (GSE), GSE Dean Dan Schwartz and Senior Lecturer Denise Pope invite you to join them as they navigate the complexities of post-pandemic education and discuss the latest research in teaching and learning. Stanford GSE is a leader in education research and teaching, known for its commitment to pursuing equitable, accessible, and effective learning for all. To keep up with our research, subscribe to our newsletter and follow us on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Threads. Never miss an episode! Subscribe to School’s In on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts. Mentioned in this episode: Got 5 minutes? Take our quick listener survey and help us make School's In even better: podpolls.com/school

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