dc.description.abstract | This report presents results from a qualitative interview-based study with teachers,
students and school leaders (n=15) on the academic year 2020-21 in Estonia, which can be
described as the first full year with Covid-19. The study reveals how school staff members
were bridging previous experiences from 2019-20 in preparations for 2020-21 resulting in
a variety of education modes, including contact learning, hybrid learning and remote
education. While the academic year 2020-21 can be characterized by constant
reorganizing, creative tailor-made solutions and ad hoc planning, key findings in the study
include instructional practices developed, assessment and feedback, well-being and
vulnerability, data protection and privacy. Potential improvements and future directions for
the next academic year 2021-22 and for long perspective planning in education in Estonia
are provided |